Serving 247 students in grades 2-3, Albert S. Woodward Memorial School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (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 36% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 2-3
- Enrollment: 247 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Albert S. Woodward Memorial School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Albert S. Woodward Memorial School's student population of 247 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-3
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
247 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Albert S. Woodward Memorial School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Albert S. Woodward Memorial School is 0.52, 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
#31 out of 1631 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
27%
7%
Hispanic
6%
25%
Black
1%
10%
White
64%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
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 Albert S. Woodward Memorial School's ranking?
Albert S. Woodward Memorial School is ranked #31 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Albert S. Woodward Memorial School?
247 students attend Albert S. Woodward Memorial School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Albert S. Woodward Memorial School students are White, 27% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Albert S. Woodward Memorial School?
Albert S. Woodward Memorial School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Albert S. Woodward Memorial School offer ?
Albert S. Woodward Memorial School offers enrollment in grades 2-3 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Albert S. Woodward Memorial School part of?
Albert S. Woodward Memorial School is part of Southborough School District.
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