Serving 483 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, John D Runkle ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 483 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John D Runkle ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
John D Runkle's student population of 483 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
483 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
John D Runkle ranks within the top 20% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John D Runkle is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#180 out of 1626 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
7%
Hispanic
16%
25%
Black
3%
10%
White
51%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John D Runkle's ranking?
John D Runkle is ranked #180 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are John D Runkle often compared to?
John D Runkleis often viewed alongside schools like Pierce, Michael Driscoll by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend John D Runkle?
483 students attend John D Runkle.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of John D Runkle students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John D Runkle?
John D Runkle has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does John D Runkle offer ?
John D Runkle offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is John D Runkle part of?
John D Runkle is part of Brookline School District.
In what neighborhood is John D Runkle located?
John D Runkle is located in the Fisher Hill neighborhood of Brookline, MA.
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