Serving 70 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Chilmark Elementary School ranks in the top 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 21-39% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 46% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 70 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chilmark Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Chilmark Elementary School's student population of 70 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
70 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Chilmark Elementary School 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 Chilmark Elementary School is 0.25, which is less 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
#662 out of 1631 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
n/a
24%
Black
n/a
10%
White
86%
54%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chilmark Elementary School's ranking?
Chilmark Elementary School is ranked #662 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Chilmark Elementary School often compared to?
Chilmark Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Martha's Vineyard Charter Public School, West Tisbury Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Chilmark Elementary School?
70 students attend Chilmark Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Chilmark Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chilmark Elementary School?
Chilmark Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Chilmark Elementary School offer ?
Chilmark Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Chilmark Elementary School part of?
Chilmark Elementary School is part of Up-Island Regional School District.
In what neighborhood is Chilmark Elementary School located?
Chilmark Elementary School is located in the Menemsha neighborhood of Chilmark, MA.
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