Serving 395 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Boyden 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 50-54% (which is higher 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 10:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 395 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Boyden's student population of 395 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
395 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Boyden 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 Boyden is 0.41, 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
#607 out of 1626 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
10%
26%
Black
8%
10%
White
76%
51%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.7%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Boyden's ranking?
Boyden is ranked #607 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Boyden often compared to?
Boydenis often viewed alongside schools like Chickering by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% 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 Boyden?
395 students attend Boyden.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Boyden students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Boyden?
Boyden has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Boyden offer ?
Boyden offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Boyden part of?
Boyden is part of Walpole School District.
In what neighborhood is Boyden located?
Boyden is located in the South Walpole neighborhood of Walpole, MA.
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