L F Dewing serves 392 students in grades Prekindergarten-1.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 59%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 392 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Math Proficiency: 60%
- Reading Proficiency: 64%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
L F Dewing's student population of 392 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
392 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
2023
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Rankings
The diversity score of L F Dewing is 0.49, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)60%
59%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)64%
69%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
7%
Hispanic
9%
25%
Black
7%
10%
White
70%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 59% MA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% MA state average).
How many students attend L F Dewing?
392 students attend L F Dewing.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of L F Dewing students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of L F Dewing?
L F Dewing has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does L F Dewing offer ?
L F Dewing offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is L F Dewing part of?
L F Dewing is part of Tewksbury School District.
In what neighborhood is L F Dewing located?
L F Dewing is located in the North Tewksbury neighborhood of Tewksbury, MA.
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