Serving 571 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Peter Noyes 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 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (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 30% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 571 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Peter Noyes ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Peter Noyes's student population of 571 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
571 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
Peter Noyes ranks within the top 10% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Peter Noyes is 0.49, 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
#146 out of 1626 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
7%
Hispanic
8%
25%
Black
2%
10%
White
70%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
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 Peter Noyes's ranking?
Peter Noyes is ranked #146 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Peter Noyes often compared to?
Peter Noyesis often viewed alongside schools like General John Nixon Elementary School, Josiah Haynes 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 42% MA state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Peter Noyes?
571 students attend Peter Noyes.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Peter Noyes students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Peter Noyes?
Peter Noyes has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Peter Noyes offer ?
Peter Noyes offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Peter Noyes part of?
Peter Noyes is part of Sudbury School District.
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