Curtis-tufts serves 18 students in grades 9-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 59%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 46% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 18 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in MA)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Curtis-tufts ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Curtis-tufts's student population of 18 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
18 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Curtis-tufts is 0.56, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)<50%
59%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)<50%
69%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
13%
24%
Black
13%
10%
White
62%
54%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 59% MA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Curtis-tufts?
The graduation rate of Curtis-tufts is 50%, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Curtis-tufts?
18 students attend Curtis-tufts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Curtis-tufts students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, and 12% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Curtis-tufts?
Curtis-tufts has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Curtis-tufts offer ?
Curtis-tufts offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Curtis-tufts part of?
Curtis-tufts is part of Medford School District.
In what neighborhood is Curtis-tufts located?
Curtis-tufts is located in the South Medford neighborhood of Medford, MA. There are 1 other public schools located in South Medford.
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