Dr Frederick N Sweetsir serves 217 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 217 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dr Frederick N Sweetsir ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
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School Overview
Dr Frederick N Sweetsir's student population of 217 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
217 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Dr Frederick N Sweetsir is 0.27, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
7%
26%
Black
1%
10%
White
85%
51%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.1%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Dr Frederick N Sweetsir?
217 students attend Dr Frederick N Sweetsir.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Dr Frederick N Sweetsir students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dr Frederick N Sweetsir?
Dr Frederick N Sweetsir has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Dr Frederick N Sweetsir offer ?
Dr Frederick N Sweetsir offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dr Frederick N Sweetsir part of?
Dr Frederick N Sweetsir is part of Pentucket School District.
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