Serving 1,264 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Tenney Grammar School 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 21% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (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 74% 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: 1,264 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tenney Grammar School's student population of 1,264 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 102 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,264 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
102 teachers
School Rankings
Tenney Grammar School 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 Tenney Grammar School is 0.51, 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
#1349 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
65%
25%
Black
4%
10%
White
26%
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
53%
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 Tenney Grammar School's ranking?
Tenney Grammar School is ranked #1349 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Tenney Grammar School often compared to?
Tenney Grammar Schoolis 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?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Tenney Grammar School?
1,264 students attend Tenney Grammar School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Tenney Grammar School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 4% 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 Tenney Grammar School?
Tenney Grammar School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Tenney Grammar School offer ?
Tenney Grammar School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Tenney Grammar School part of?
Tenney Grammar School is part of Methuen School District.
School Reviews
5 8/20/2012
i used too go to this school n i love it(:
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