Serving 250 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Charles J Prescott ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (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 60% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 250 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Charles J Prescott ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Charles J Prescott's student population of 250 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
250 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Charles J Prescott ranks within the top 30% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Charles J Prescott is 0.74, 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
#336 out of 1631 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)60-64%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
24%
7%
Hispanic
14%
25%
Black
16%
10%
White
40%
53%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Charles J Prescott's ranking?
Charles J Prescott is ranked #336 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Charles J Prescott often compared to?
Charles J Prescottis often viewed alongside schools like Cornelius M Callahan, Balch by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Charles J Prescott?
250 students attend Charles J Prescott.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Charles J Prescott students are White, 24% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Charles J Prescott?
Charles J Prescott has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Charles J Prescott offer ?
Charles J Prescott offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Charles J Prescott part of?
Charles J Prescott is part of Norwood School District.
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