Serving 865 students in grades 4-6, Mill Pond School 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 67% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 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 55% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 46% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 865 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mill Pond School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Mill Pond School's student population of 865 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
865 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mill Pond School 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 Mill Pond School 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
#232 out of 1631 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
38%
7%
Hispanic
11%
24%
Black
3%
10%
White
45%
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
8%
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 Mill Pond School's ranking?
Mill Pond School is ranked #232 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Mill Pond School often compared to?
Mill Pond Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sarah W Gibbons Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Mill Pond School?
865 students attend Mill Pond School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Mill Pond School students are White, 38% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mill Pond School?
Mill Pond School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Mill Pond School offer ?
Mill Pond School offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Mill Pond School part of?
Mill Pond School is part of Westborough School District.
School Reviews
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