Serving 608 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Carlisle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (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 27% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 608 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carlisle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Carlisle School's student population of 608 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
608 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
School Rankings
Carlisle School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carlisle School is 0.45, 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
#127 out of 1631 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
7%
Hispanic
6%
25%
Black
n/a
10%
White
73%
53%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
35%
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 Carlisle School's ranking?
Carlisle School is ranked #127 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Carlisle School?
608 students attend Carlisle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Carlisle School students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carlisle School?
Carlisle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Carlisle School offer ?
Carlisle School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Carlisle School part of?
Carlisle School is part of Carlisle School District.
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