Serving 661 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Johnny Appleseed 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 48% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 46% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 661 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Johnny Appleseed ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Johnny Appleseed's student population of 661 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
661 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Johnny Appleseed 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 Johnny Appleseed is 0.65, which is more 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
#730 out of 1631 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
37%
24%
Black
10%
10%
White
45%
54%
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
46%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Johnny Appleseed's ranking?
Johnny Appleseed is ranked #730 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Johnny Appleseed often compared to?
Johnny Appleseedis often viewed alongside schools like Fall Brook, Frances Drake School, Northwest by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Johnny Appleseed?
661 students attend Johnny Appleseed.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Johnny Appleseed students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Johnny Appleseed?
Johnny Appleseed has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Johnny Appleseed offer ?
Johnny Appleseed offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Johnny Appleseed part of?
Johnny Appleseed is part of Leominster School District.
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