Serving 220 students in grades Prekindergarten-1, Douglas Primary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 61%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 46% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 220 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74%
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Douglas Primary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Douglas Primary School's student population of 220 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
220 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Douglas Primary School is 0.19, 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)
(13-14)70-74%
61%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)70-74%
69%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
5%
24%
Black
1%
10%
White
90%
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
9%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 61% MA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% MA state average).
How many students attend Douglas Primary School?
220 students attend Douglas Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Douglas Primary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Douglas Primary School?
Douglas Primary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Douglas Primary School offer ?
Douglas Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Douglas Primary School part of?
Douglas Primary School is part of Douglas School District.
In what neighborhood is Douglas Primary School located?
Douglas Primary School is located in the East Douglas neighborhood of Douglas, MA. There are 3 other public schools located in East Douglas.
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