Serving 467 students in grades 3-5, Arthur T. Cummings Elementary 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 37% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 467 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arthur T. Cummings Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Arthur T. Cummings Elementary School's student population of 467 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
467 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Arthur T. Cummings Elementary 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 Arthur T. Cummings Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#878 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Black
3%
10%
White
95%
51%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arthur T. Cummings Elementary School's ranking?
Arthur T. Cummings Elementary School is ranked #878 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?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Arthur T. Cummings Elementary School?
467 students attend Arthur T. Cummings Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Arthur T. Cummings Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arthur T. Cummings Elementary School?
Arthur T. Cummings Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Arthur T. Cummings Elementary School offer ?
Arthur T. Cummings Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Arthur T. Cummings Elementary School part of?
Arthur T. Cummings Elementary School is part of Winthrop School District.
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