Serving 274 students in grades 1-5, John P Oldham ranks in the top 50% 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 274 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John P Oldham ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
John P Oldham's student population of 274 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
274 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
John P Oldham ranks within the top 50% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John P Oldham is 0.55, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#682 out of 1631 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
12%
25%
Black
13%
10%
White
65%
53%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John P Oldham's ranking?
John P Oldham is ranked #682 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are John P Oldham often compared to?
John P Oldhamis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln-eliot, F A Cleveland 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 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend John P Oldham?
274 students attend John P Oldham.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of John P Oldham students are White, 13% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of John P Oldham?
John P Oldham has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does John P Oldham offer ?
John P Oldham offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is John P Oldham part of?
John P Oldham is part of Norwood School District.
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