Serving 234 students in grades 1-5, Cornelius M Callahan ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (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 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 234 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cornelius M Callahan ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Cornelius M Callahan's student population of 234 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
234 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Cornelius M Callahan ranks within the top 50% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cornelius M Callahan is 0.64, 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
#583 out of 1631 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
7%
Hispanic
19%
25%
Black
12%
10%
White
56%
53%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Cornelius M Callahan's ranking?
Cornelius M Callahan is ranked #583 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Cornelius M Callahan often compared to?
Cornelius M Callahanis often viewed alongside schools like Balch, Charles J Prescott, Thomas W. Hamilton Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Cornelius M Callahan?
234 students attend Cornelius M Callahan.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Cornelius M Callahan students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cornelius M Callahan?
Cornelius M Callahan has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Cornelius M Callahan offer ?
Cornelius M Callahan offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cornelius M Callahan part of?
Cornelius M Callahan is part of Norwood School District.
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