Serving 667 students in grades 3-5, David Mindess 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 50% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (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 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 667 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
David Mindess's student population of 667 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
667 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Rankings
David Mindess 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 David Mindess is 0.64, 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
#611 out of 1631 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
20%
7%
Hispanic
20%
25%
Black
3%
10%
White
53%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
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 David Mindess's ranking?
David Mindess is ranked #611 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are David Mindess often compared to?
David Mindessis often viewed alongside schools like Henry E Warren Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend David Mindess?
667 students attend David Mindess.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of David Mindess students are White, 20% of students are Asian, 20% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of David Mindess?
David Mindess has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does David Mindess offer ?
David Mindess offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is David Mindess part of?
David Mindess is part of Ashland School District.
School Reviews
5 9/12/2012
i love mindess school it is awesome the teachers are so helpful.
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