Serving 148 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Royalston Community School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). 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 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 148 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Royalston Community School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Royalston Community School's student population of 148 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
148 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
Royalston Community School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Royalston Community School is 0.19, 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
#689 out of 1631 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
6%
25%
Black
1%
10%
White
90%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Royalston Community School's ranking?
Royalston Community School is ranked #689 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Royalston Community School often compared to?
Royalston Community Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Athol Community Elementary School, Rice Square by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Royalston Community School?
148 students attend Royalston Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Royalston Community School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Royalston Community School?
Royalston Community School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Royalston Community School offer ?
Royalston Community School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Royalston Community School part of?
Royalston Community School is part of Athol-Royalston School District.
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