Serving 218 students in grades Prekindergarten-1, Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Lower ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-79% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 71%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 218 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Math Proficiency: 70-79%
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Lower ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Lower's student population of 218 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
218 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Lower is 0.78, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)70-79%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)60-69%
71%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
7%
Hispanic
30%
25%
Black
30%
10%
White
15%
53%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
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 schools are Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Lower often compared to?
Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Loweris often viewed alongside schools like Murphy K-8 School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% MA state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 71% MA state average).
How many students attend Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Lower?
218 students attend Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Lower.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Lower students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, 15% of students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Lower?
Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Lower has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Lower offer ?
Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Lower offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Lower part of?
Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Lower is part of Boston School District.
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