Serving 356 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Paul P Gates Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 356 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Paul P Gates Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Paul P Gates Elementary School's student population of 356 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
356 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Paul P Gates Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Paul P Gates Elementary School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#35 out of 1626 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
57%
7%
Hispanic
6%
25%
Black
2%
10%
White
28%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paul P Gates Elementary School's ranking?
Paul P Gates Elementary School is ranked #35 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Paul P Gates Elementary School often compared to?
Paul P Gates Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Luther Conant School, C.t. Douglas Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Paul P Gates Elementary School?
356 students attend Paul P Gates Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Paul P Gates Elementary School students are Asian, 28% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Paul P Gates Elementary School?
Paul P Gates Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Paul P Gates Elementary School offer ?
Paul P Gates Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Paul P Gates Elementary School part of?
Paul P Gates Elementary School is part of Acton-Boxborough School District.
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