Serving 369 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Memorial Spaulding ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 369 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Memorial Spaulding ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Memorial Spaulding's student population of 369 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
369 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Memorial Spaulding ranks within the top 20% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Memorial Spaulding is 0.63, 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
#252 out of 1631 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
24%
7%
Hispanic
8%
25%
Black
5%
10%
White
55%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
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 Memorial Spaulding's ranking?
Memorial Spaulding is ranked #252 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Memorial Spaulding often compared to?
Memorial Spauldingis often viewed alongside schools like Edith C Baker, Lincoln, Cabot by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Memorial Spaulding?
369 students attend Memorial Spaulding.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Memorial Spaulding students are White, 24% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Memorial Spaulding?
Memorial Spaulding has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Memorial Spaulding offer ?
Memorial Spaulding offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Memorial Spaulding part of?
Memorial Spaulding is part of Newton School District.
In what neighborhood is Memorial Spaulding located?
Memorial Spaulding is located in the Oak Hill neighborhood of Newton Center, MA. There are 3 other public schools located in Oak Hill.
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