Serving 296 students in grades 1-3, Rose L Macdonald ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 1-3
- Enrollment: 296 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The Rose L Macdonald school serves the entire district of West Bridgewater, MA, covering an area of approximately 15.7 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rose L Macdonald's student population of 296 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-3
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
296 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rose L Macdonald ranks within the top 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rose L Macdonald is 0.44, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#759 out of 1626 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
11%
26%
Black
9%
10%
White
74%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.1%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rose L Macdonald's ranking?
Rose L Macdonald is ranked #759 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Rose L Macdonald?
296 students attend Rose L Macdonald.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Rose L Macdonald students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rose L Macdonald?
Rose L Macdonald has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Rose L Macdonald offer ?
Rose L Macdonald offers enrollment in grades 1-3 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Rose L Macdonald part of?
Rose L Macdonald is part of West Bridgewater School District.
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