Serving 49 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Devens 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 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 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 49 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Devens School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Devens School's student population of 49 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
49 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Aug 26, 2025
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 4, 2026
School Rankings
Devens School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Devens School is 0.65, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1443 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
51%
25%
Black
19%
10%
White
23%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)<50%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Devens School's ranking?
Devens School is ranked #1443 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Devens School often compared to?
Devens Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Acton-boxborough Regional High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Devens School?
The graduation rate of Devens School is 50%, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 87%.
How many students attend Devens School?
49 students attend Devens School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Devens School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 19% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Devens School?
Devens School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Devens School offer ?
Devens School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Devens School part of?
Devens School is part of Everett School District.
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