Serving 328 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Houghton Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% 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: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 328 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Houghton Elementary School's student population of 328 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
328 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Houghton Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Houghton Elementary School is 0.40, 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
#439 out of 1631 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
14%
24%
Black
3%
10%
White
76%
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
14%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Houghton Elementary School's ranking?
Houghton Elementary School is ranked #439 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Houghton Elementary School often compared to?
Houghton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mary E Stapleton Elementary School, Potter Road by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Houghton Elementary School?
328 students attend Houghton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Houghton Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Houghton Elementary School?
Houghton Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Houghton Elementary School offer ?
Houghton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Houghton Elementary School part of?
Houghton Elementary School is part of Wachusett School District.
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