Serving 371 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Paul F Doyon Memorial ranks in the top 50% 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 371 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Paul F Doyon Memorial ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Paul F Doyon Memorial's student population of 371 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
371 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Paul F Doyon Memorial ranks within the top 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Paul F Doyon Memorial is 0.27, 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
#556 out of 1626 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
9%
25%
Black
n/a
10%
White
85%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paul F Doyon Memorial's ranking?
Paul F Doyon Memorial is ranked #556 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Paul F Doyon Memorial often compared to?
Paul F Doyon Memorialis often viewed alongside schools like Winthrop by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Paul F Doyon Memorial?
371 students attend Paul F Doyon Memorial.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Paul F Doyon Memorial students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Paul F Doyon Memorial?
Paul F Doyon Memorial has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Paul F Doyon Memorial offer ?
Paul F Doyon Memorial offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Paul F Doyon Memorial part of?
Paul F Doyon Memorial is part of Ipswich School District.
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