Waterford Street serves 435 students in grades Prekindergarten-1.
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 435 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Waterford Street's student population of 435 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
435 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Sep 2, 2025
School Rankings
The diversity score of Waterford Street is 0.54, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
29%
25%
Black
2%
10%
White
61%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 schools are Waterford Street often compared to?
Waterford Streetis often viewed alongside schools like Briggs Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Waterford Street?
435 students attend Waterford Street.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Waterford Street students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waterford Street?
Waterford Street has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Waterford Street offer ?
Waterford Street offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Waterford Street part of?
Waterford Street is part of Gardner School District.
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