The South School is a historic school building in Stoneham, Massachusetts. It is the best preserved 19th century schoolhouse in Stoneham.
Serving 347 students in grades Kindergarten-4, South ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 347 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: The South school serves a central area in Stoneham, MA, covering approximately 2.9 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.1 miles to the school from the zone's edge, extending up to 1.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
South's student population of 347 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
347 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Anticipating the challenges and opportunities of a 21st century world, the Stoneham Public Schools develop students who: Are creative, critical and independent thinkers Demonstrate respect for and acceptance of self and others Know and apply communication
School Rankings
South ranks within the top 20% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South is 0.54, 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
#246 out of 1626 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
8%
Hispanic
18%
26%
Black
5%
10%
White
65%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.8%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South's ranking?
South is ranked #246 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are South often compared to?
Southis often viewed alongside schools like Colonial Park, Robin Hood by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend South?
347 students attend South.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of South students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South?
South has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does South offer ?
South offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South part of?
South is part of Stoneham School District.
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