Serving 242 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Underwood ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (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 56% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 242 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Underwood ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Underwood's student population of 242 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
242 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Underwood ranks within the top 30% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Underwood is 0.72, which is more 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
#327 out of 1631 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
23%
7%
Hispanic
15%
25%
Black
7%
10%
White
44%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Underwood's ranking?
Underwood is ranked #327 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Underwood often compared to?
Underwoodis often viewed alongside schools like John Ward, Lincoln-eliot by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Underwood?
242 students attend Underwood.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Underwood students are White, 23% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Underwood?
Underwood has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Underwood offer ?
Underwood offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Underwood part of?
Underwood is part of Newton School District.
In what neighborhood is Underwood located?
Underwood is located in the Newton Corner neighborhood of Newton, MA. There are 1 other public schools located in Newton Corner.
School Reviews
4 2/28/2022
Very good school to learn at but lacks diversity.
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