Serving 388 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Winter Hill Community ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 388 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Winter Hill Community's attendance zone encompasses the entire Somerville, MA school district, covering approximately 4.2 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 1.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 2.4 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Winter Hill Community's student population of 388 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
388 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Winter Hill Community ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Winter Hill Community is 0.66, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1490 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
48%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
32%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
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)21.1%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 Winter Hill Community's ranking?
Winter Hill Community is ranked #1490 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Winter Hill Community often compared to?
Winter Hill Communityis often viewed alongside schools like Capuano Early Childhood Center, Arthur D Healey by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Winter Hill Community?
388 students attend Winter Hill Community.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Winter Hill Community students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Winter Hill Community?
Winter Hill Community has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Winter Hill Community offer ?
Winter Hill Community offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Winter Hill Community part of?
Winter Hill Community is part of Somerville School District.
In what neighborhood is Winter Hill Community located?
Winter Hill Community is located in the Winter Hill neighborhood of Somerville, MA.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I love this school all my kids are going to this school, this school have a lot of communication with the parents and bring security, counseling, and Therapy for the kids for example one of my kids used animal Therapy and one teacher bring the dog two the school and my son used for Therapy. Thanks staff for everything
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