Serving 320 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Swallow/union School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (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 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 320 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Swallow/union School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Swallow/union School's student population of 320 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
320 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Wed. May 27, 2026
School Motto
Growth • Respect • Responsibility • Resilience
School Rankings
Swallow/union School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Swallow/union School is 0.32, 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
#47 out of 1626 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
7%
Hispanic
7%
25%
Black
1%
10%
White
82%
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
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 Swallow/union School's ranking?
Swallow/union School is ranked #47 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Swallow/union School?
320 students attend Swallow/union School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Swallow/union School students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 7% 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 Swallow/union School?
Swallow/union School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Swallow/union School offer ?
Swallow/union School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Swallow/union School part of?
Swallow/union School is part of Groton-Dunstable School District.
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