Serving 421 students in grades Kindergarten-5, J Warren Killam ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 421 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
J Warren Killam ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
J Warren Killam's student population of 421 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
421 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
J Warren Killam ranks within the top 30% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of J Warren Killam is 0.34, 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
#462 out of 1626 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
7%
Hispanic
5%
25%
Black
5%
10%
White
81%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Reading School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J Warren Killam's ranking?
J Warren Killam is ranked #462 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are J Warren Killam often compared to?
J Warren Killamis often viewed alongside schools like Birch Meadow, Colonial Park by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend J Warren Killam?
421 students attend J Warren Killam.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of J Warren Killam students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J Warren Killam?
J Warren Killam has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does J Warren Killam offer ?
J Warren Killam offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is J Warren Killam part of?
J Warren Killam is part of Reading School District.
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