Serving 556 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, William G Vinal 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 61% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 556 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for William G Vinal School is located in the eastern part of Norwell, MA, covering approximately 10.9 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
William G Vinal ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
William G Vinal's student population of 556 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
556 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
William G Vinal ranks within the top 30% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of William G Vinal is 0.19, 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
#332 out of 1626 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
2%
26%
Black
n/a
10%
White
90%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.4%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is William G Vinal's ranking?
William G Vinal is ranked #332 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are William G Vinal often compared to?
William G Vinalis often viewed alongside schools like Norwell Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend William G Vinal?
556 students attend William G Vinal.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of William G Vinal students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of William G Vinal?
William G Vinal has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does William G Vinal offer ?
William G Vinal offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is William G Vinal part of?
William G Vinal is part of Norwell School District.
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