Serving 214 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Waltham Public Schools Dual Language Program ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% 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: 214 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waltham Public Schools Dual Language Program ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Waltham Public Schools Dual Language Program's student population of 214 students has grown by 89% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 142% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
214 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Waltham Public Schools Dual Language Program ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waltham Public Schools Dual Language Program is 0.45, 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
#1286 out of 1631 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
71%
24%
Black
4%
10%
White
21%
54%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waltham Public Schools Dual Language Program's ranking?
Waltham Public Schools Dual Language Program is ranked #1286 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Waltham Public Schools Dual Language Program?
214 students attend Waltham Public Schools Dual Language Program.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Waltham Public Schools Dual Language Program students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Waltham Public Schools Dual Language Program?
Waltham Public Schools Dual Language Program has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Waltham Public Schools Dual Language Program offer ?
Waltham Public Schools Dual Language Program offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Waltham Public Schools Dual Language Program part of?
Waltham Public Schools Dual Language Program is part of Waltham School District.
In what neighborhood is Waltham Public Schools Dual Language Program located?
Waltham Public Schools Dual Language Program is located in the South Side neighborhood of Waltham, MA. There are 1 other public schools located in South Side.
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