Serving 1,148 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Donald P Timony Grammar ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower 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 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,148 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Donald P Timony Grammar's student population of 1,148 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 97 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,148 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
97 teachers
School Rankings
Donald P Timony Grammar ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Donald P Timony Grammar is 0.58, 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
#1286 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
56%
25%
Black
7%
10%
White
32%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Donald P Timony Grammar's ranking?
Donald P Timony Grammar is ranked #1286 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Donald P Timony Grammar often compared to?
Donald P Timony Grammaris often viewed alongside schools like Marsh Grammar School, Comprehensive Grammar School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Donald P Timony Grammar?
1,148 students attend Donald P Timony Grammar.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Donald P Timony Grammar students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Donald P Timony Grammar?
Donald P Timony Grammar has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Donald P Timony Grammar offer ?
Donald P Timony Grammar offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Donald P Timony Grammar part of?
Donald P Timony Grammar is part of Methuen School District.
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