Placentino Elementary School serves 605 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 605 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Attendance Zone: Placentino Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Holliston, MA, encompassing approximately 19.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 4.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Placentino Elementary School's student population of 605 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
605 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Placentino Elementary School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Asian
9%
8%
Hispanic
8%
26%
Black
2%
10%
White
75%
51%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.8%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Peppy The Penguin
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Placentino Elementary School often compared to?
Placentino Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woodland Academy, Miller School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Placentino Elementary School?
605 students attend Placentino Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Placentino Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Placentino Elementary School?
Placentino Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Placentino Elementary School offer ?
Placentino Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Placentino Elementary School part of?
Placentino Elementary School is part of Holliston School District.
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