Harry Lee Cole serves 354 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 354 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harry Lee Cole's student population of 354 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
354 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Harry Lee Cole is 0.22, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
5%
25%
Black
1%
10%
White
88%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Harry Lee Cole?
354 students attend Harry Lee Cole.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Harry Lee Cole students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harry Lee Cole?
Harry Lee Cole has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Harry Lee Cole offer ?
Harry Lee Cole offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Harry Lee Cole part of?
Harry Lee Cole is part of Boxford School District.
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