Serving 589 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Athol Community 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 589 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Athol Community Elementary School's student population of 589 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
589 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Athol Community 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 Athol Community Elementary School is 0.40, 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
#1354 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
15%
26%
Black
3%
10%
White
76%
51%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.3%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Athol Community Elementary School's ranking?
Athol Community Elementary School is ranked #1354 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Athol Community Elementary School often compared to?
Athol Community Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rice Square, Royalston Community School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Athol Community Elementary School?
589 students attend Athol Community Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Athol Community Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Athol Community Elementary School?
Athol Community Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Athol Community Elementary School offer ?
Athol Community Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Athol Community Elementary School part of?
Athol Community Elementary School is part of Athol-Royalston School District.
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