Serving 204 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Mary D Altavesta 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 204 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mary D Altavesta ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Mary D Altavesta's student population of 204 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
204 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Motto
Compassion, Respect, Responsibility
School Rankings
Mary D Altavesta 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 Mary D Altavesta is 0.70, which is more 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
#759 out of 1626 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
3%
n/a
Asian
10%
7%
Hispanic
19%
25%
Black
19%
10%
White
47%
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
34%
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 Mary D Altavesta's ranking?
Mary D Altavesta is ranked #759 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Mary D Altavesta often compared to?
Mary D Altavestais often viewed alongside schools like Linscott-rumford by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Mary D Altavesta?
204 students attend Mary D Altavesta.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Mary D Altavesta students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 3% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mary D Altavesta?
Mary D Altavesta has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Mary D Altavesta offer ?
Mary D Altavesta offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mary D Altavesta part of?
Mary D Altavesta is part of Woburn School District.
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