Serving 409 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Cyrus E Dallin ranks in the top 20% 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 70% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher 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 34% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 409 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cyrus E Dallin ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Cyrus E Dallin's student population of 409 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
409 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Cyrus E Dallin ranks within the top 20% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cyrus E Dallin is 0.53, 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
#208 out of 1626 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
15%
7%
Hispanic
7%
25%
Black
1%
10%
White
66%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cyrus E Dallin's ranking?
Cyrus E Dallin is ranked #208 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Cyrus E Dallin often compared to?
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Cyrus E Dallin?
409 students attend Cyrus E Dallin.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Cyrus E Dallin students are White, 15% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cyrus E Dallin?
Cyrus E Dallin has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Cyrus E Dallin offer ?
Cyrus E Dallin offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cyrus E Dallin part of?
Cyrus E Dallin is part of Arlington School District.
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