Serving 247 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Calvin Coolidge School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (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 60% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 46% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 247 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Calvin Coolidge School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Calvin Coolidge School's student population of 247 students has declined by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
247 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Calvin Coolidge School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Calvin Coolidge School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#252 out of 1631 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
29%
7%
Hispanic
23%
24%
Black
4%
10%
White
40%
54%
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
43%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Calvin Coolidge School's ranking?
Calvin Coolidge School is ranked #252 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Calvin Coolidge School often compared to?
Calvin Coolidge Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dawson by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Calvin Coolidge School?
247 students attend Calvin Coolidge School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Calvin Coolidge School students are White, 29% of students are Asian, 23% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Calvin Coolidge School?
Calvin Coolidge School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Calvin Coolidge School offer ?
Calvin Coolidge School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Calvin Coolidge School part of?
Calvin Coolidge School is part of Shrewsbury School District.
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