Serving 369 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Winthrop ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 369 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Winthrop ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Winthrop's student population of 369 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
369 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Winthrop ranks within the top 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Winthrop is 0.33, which is less 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
#681 out of 1626 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
11%
25%
Black
1%
10%
White
81%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
35%
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 Winthrop's ranking?
Winthrop is ranked #681 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Winthrop often compared to?
Winthropis often viewed alongside schools like Paul F Doyon Memorial by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Winthrop?
369 students attend Winthrop.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Winthrop students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Winthrop?
Winthrop has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Winthrop offer ?
Winthrop offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Winthrop part of?
Winthrop is part of Ipswich School District.
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