Serving 331 students in grades 3-6, Beatrice H Wood Elementary School 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 50% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (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 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 331 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Beatrice H Wood Elementary School's student population of 331 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 62% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
331 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
Beatrice H Wood Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Beatrice H Wood Elementary School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#605 out of 1626 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Asian
4%
8%
Hispanic
10%
26%
Black
6%
10%
White
73%
51%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.3%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beatrice H Wood Elementary School's ranking?
Beatrice H Wood Elementary School is ranked #605 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Beatrice H Wood Elementary School?
331 students attend Beatrice H Wood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Beatrice H Wood Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Beatrice H Wood Elementary School?
Beatrice H Wood Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Beatrice H Wood Elementary School offer ?
Beatrice H Wood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Beatrice H Wood Elementary School part of?
Beatrice H Wood Elementary School is part of Plainville School District.
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