Serving 333 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Wollaston School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% 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: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 333 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wollaston School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Wollaston School's student population of 333 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
333 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wollaston School 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 Wollaston School is 0.56, 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
#542 out of 1631 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
59%
7%
Hispanic
5%
24%
Black
3%
10%
White
31%
54%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wollaston School's ranking?
Wollaston School is ranked #542 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Wollaston School often compared to?
Wollaston Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Charles A Bernazzani Elementary School, Montclair by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Wollaston School?
333 students attend Wollaston School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Wollaston School students are Asian, 31% of students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wollaston School?
Wollaston School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Wollaston School offer ?
Wollaston School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Wollaston School part of?
Wollaston School is part of Quincy School District.
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