Serving 464 students in grades Kindergarten-4, South Row 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 65-69% (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 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 464 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: South Row School serves the southeast part of Chelmsford, MA, covering an area of approximately 5.4 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone being about 1.5 miles and the furthest edge located 2.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Row ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
South Row's student population of 464 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
464 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
“Whatever it Takes”
School Rankings
South Row 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 Row is 0.53, 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
#190 out of 1626 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
17%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
66%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Row's ranking?
South Row is ranked #190 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are South Row often compared to?
South Rowis often viewed alongside schools like Center Elementary School, Byam School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% 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 Row?
464 students attend South Row.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of South Row students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Row?
South Row has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does South Row offer ?
South Row offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South Row part of?
South Row is part of Chelmsford School District.
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