Serving 386 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Henry Whittemore Elementary 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 386 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Henry Whittemore Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Henry Whittemore Elementary School's student population of 386 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
386 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Henry Whittemore Elementary 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 Henry Whittemore Elementary School is 0.39, which is less 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
#1474 out of 1631 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
77%
25%
Black
6%
10%
White
13%
53%
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
76%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Henry Whittemore Elementary School's ranking?
Henry Whittemore Elementary School is ranked #1474 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Henry Whittemore Elementary School often compared to?
Henry Whittemore Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like James Fitzgerald Elementary School, Northeast Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Henry Whittemore Elementary School?
386 students attend Henry Whittemore Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Henry Whittemore Elementary School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 6% 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 Henry Whittemore Elementary School?
Henry Whittemore Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Henry Whittemore Elementary School offer ?
Henry Whittemore Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Henry Whittemore Elementary School part of?
Henry Whittemore Elementary School is part of Waltham School District.
In what neighborhood is Henry Whittemore Elementary School located?
Henry Whittemore Elementary School is located in the South Side neighborhood of Waltham, MA. There are 1 other public schools located in South Side.
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