Serving 383 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, J Turner Hood ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (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 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 46% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 383 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
J Turner Hood ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
J Turner Hood's student population of 383 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
383 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
J Turner Hood ranks within the top 20% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of J Turner Hood is 0.27, 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
#289 out of 1631 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
6%
24%
Black
1%
10%
White
85%
54%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
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 is J Turner Hood's ranking?
J Turner Hood is ranked #289 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are J Turner Hood often compared to?
J Turner Hoodis often viewed alongside schools like E Ethel Little School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend J Turner Hood?
383 students attend J Turner Hood.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of J Turner Hood students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of J Turner Hood?
J Turner Hood has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does J Turner Hood offer ?
J Turner Hood offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is J Turner Hood part of?
J Turner Hood is part of North Reading School District.
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