Serving 421 students in grades Kindergarten-5, J Warren Killam ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (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 19% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 421 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
J Warren Killam ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
J Warren Killam's student population of 421 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
421 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Rankings
J Warren Killam ranks within the top 30% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of J Warren Killam is 0.34, 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
#462 out of 1626 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
7%
Hispanic
5%
25%
Black
5%
10%
White
81%
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
16%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 J Warren Killam's ranking?
J Warren Killam is ranked #462 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are J Warren Killam often compared to?
J Warren Killamis often viewed alongside schools like Birch Meadow, Colonial Park by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend J Warren Killam?
421 students attend J Warren Killam.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of J Warren Killam students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of J Warren Killam?
J Warren Killam has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does J Warren Killam offer ?
J Warren Killam offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is J Warren Killam part of?
J Warren Killam is part of Reading School District.
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