Serving 557 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Thomas Ditson 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 57% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 46% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 557 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Thomas Ditson's student population of 557 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
557 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Thomas Ditson 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 Thomas Ditson is 0.49, 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
#505 out of 1631 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
12%
7%
Hispanic
10%
24%
Black
3%
10%
White
70%
54%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
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 Thomas Ditson's ranking?
Thomas Ditson is ranked #505 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Thomas Ditson?
557 students attend Thomas Ditson.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Thomas Ditson students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thomas Ditson?
Thomas Ditson has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Thomas Ditson offer ?
Thomas Ditson offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Thomas Ditson part of?
Thomas Ditson is part of Billerica School District.
In what neighborhood is Thomas Ditson located?
Thomas Ditson is located in the Pinehurst neighborhood of Billerica, MA. There are 1 other public schools located in Pinehurst.
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