Serving 266 students in grades 1-5, Atkinson ranks in the top 50% 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 266 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Atkinson ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Student Attention
School Overview
Atkinson's student population of 266 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
266 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Atkinson ranks within the top 50% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Atkinson is 0.61, 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
#533 out of 1631 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
31%
25%
Black
6%
10%
White
54%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Atkinson's ranking?
Atkinson is ranked #533 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Atkinson often compared to?
Atkinsonis often viewed alongside schools like Annie L Sargent School 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 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Atkinson?
266 students attend Atkinson.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Atkinson students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Atkinson?
Atkinson has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Atkinson offer ?
Atkinson offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Atkinson part of?
Atkinson is part of North Andover School District.
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