Serving 548 students in grades 2-6, North Street 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 52% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (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 27% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 46% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 2-6
- Enrollment: 548 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Street Elementary School's student population of 548 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 2-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
548 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Street 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 North Street Elementary School is 0.44, 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
#487 out of 1631 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
15%
7%
Hispanic
5%
24%
Black
4%
10%
White
73%
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
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Street Elementary School's ranking?
North Street Elementary School is ranked #487 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are North Street Elementary School often compared to?
North Street Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Millbury Street Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend North Street Elementary School?
548 students attend North Street Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of North Street Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Street Elementary School?
North Street Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does North Street Elementary School offer ?
North Street Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is North Street Elementary School part of?
North Street Elementary School is part of Grafton School District.
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