Serving 329 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Webster School 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% 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: 329 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Webster School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Webster School's student population of 329 students has declined by 51% 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
329 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Webster School 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 Webster School is 0.52, 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
#959 out of 1631 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
65%
24%
Black
8%
10%
White
23%
54%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Webster School's ranking?
Webster School is ranked #959 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Webster School?
329 students attend Webster School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Webster School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Webster School?
Webster School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Webster School offer ?
Webster School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Webster School part of?
Webster School is part of Everett School District.
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