Serving 152 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Royalston Community School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). 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 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 152 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Royalston Community School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
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Community Size
School Overview
Royalston Community School's student population of 152 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
152 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Royalston Community School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Royalston Community School is 0.17, 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
#827 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Hispanic
6%
26%
White
91%
51%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.4%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
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
What is Royalston Community School's ranking?
Royalston Community School is ranked #827 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Royalston Community School?
152 students attend Royalston Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Royalston Community School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Royalston Community School?
Royalston Community School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Royalston Community School offer ?
Royalston Community School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Royalston Community School part of?
Royalston Community School is part of Athol-Royalston School District.
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