Serving 270 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Walter J. Paton School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 270 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walter J. Paton School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Walter J. Paton School's student population of 270 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
270 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Walter J. Paton School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walter J. Paton School is 0.53, 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
#412 out of 1631 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)70-74%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
16%
7%
Hispanic
9%
25%
Black
2%
10%
White
66%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
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 is Walter J. Paton School's ranking?
Walter J. Paton School is ranked #412 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Walter J. Paton School often compared to?
Walter J. Paton Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Floral Street School, Spring Street School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Walter J. Paton School?
270 students attend Walter J. Paton School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Walter J. Paton School students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Walter J. Paton School?
Walter J. Paton School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Walter J. Paton School offer ?
Walter J. Paton School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Walter J. Paton School part of?
Walter J. Paton School is part of Shrewsbury School District.
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