Serving 542 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Floral Street School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 542 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Floral Street School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Floral Street School's student population of 542 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
542 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Year Founded
1997
First Day of School
Wed. Aug 27, 2025
Campus Size
38
School Motto
Working together... Planting the seed of lifelong learning.
School Rankings
Floral Street School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Floral Street School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#142 out of 1626 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
48%
7%
Hispanic
8%
25%
Black
6%
10%
White
30%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
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 Floral Street School's ranking?
Floral Street School is ranked #142 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Floral Street School often compared to?
Floral Street Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Spring Street School, Walter J. Paton School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Floral Street School?
542 students attend Floral Street School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Floral Street School students are Asian, 30% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Floral Street School?
Floral Street School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Floral Street School offer ?
Floral Street School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Floral Street School part of?
Floral Street School is part of Shrewsbury School District.
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