Serving 437 students in grades Kindergarten-5, M Norcross Stratton 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 72% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 437 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
M Norcross Stratton ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
M Norcross Stratton's student population of 437 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
437 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
M Norcross Stratton ranks within the top 10% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of M Norcross Stratton is 0.61, 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
#131 out of 1631 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
20%
7%
Hispanic
8%
25%
Black
3%
10%
White
58%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
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 M Norcross Stratton's ranking?
M Norcross Stratton is ranked #131 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are M Norcross Stratton often compared to?
M Norcross Strattonis often viewed alongside schools like John A Bishop by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend M Norcross Stratton?
437 students attend M Norcross Stratton.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of M Norcross Stratton students are White, 20% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of M Norcross Stratton?
M Norcross Stratton has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does M Norcross Stratton offer ?
M Norcross Stratton offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is M Norcross Stratton part of?
M Norcross Stratton is part of Arlington School District.
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