Serving 558 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Helen Keller Elementary 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 54% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (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 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 558 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Helen Keller Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Helen Keller Elementary School's student population of 558 students has grown by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 57% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
558 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Helen Keller Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Helen Keller Elementary School is 0.31, 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
#495 out of 1626 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
7%
25%
Black
3%
10%
White
83%
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
5%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Helen Keller Elementary School's ranking?
Helen Keller Elementary School is ranked #495 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Helen Keller Elementary School often compared to?
Helen Keller Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jefferson Elementary School, J F Kennedy Memorial by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Helen Keller Elementary School?
558 students attend Helen Keller Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Helen Keller Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Helen Keller Elementary School?
Helen Keller Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Helen Keller Elementary School offer ?
Helen Keller Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Helen Keller Elementary School part of?
Helen Keller Elementary School is part of Franklin School District.
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