Serving 518 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Elmer S Bagnall ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 518 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elmer S Bagnall's student population of 518 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
518 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Elmer S Bagnall 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 Elmer S Bagnall is 0.23, 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
#666 out of 1631 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
10%
25%
Black
n/a
10%
White
87%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Elmer S Bagnall's ranking?
Elmer S Bagnall is ranked #666 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Elmer S Bagnall often compared to?
Elmer S Bagnallis often viewed alongside schools like Perley Elementary School, Dr John C Page School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Elmer S Bagnall?
518 students attend Elmer S Bagnall.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Elmer S Bagnall students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elmer S Bagnall?
Elmer S Bagnall has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Elmer S Bagnall offer ?
Elmer S Bagnall offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Elmer S Bagnall part of?
Elmer S Bagnall is part of Pentucket School District.
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