Serving 428 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Leroy Wood ranks in the top 30% 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 65% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher 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 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 428 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Leroy Wood ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Leroy Wood's student population of 428 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
428 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Colors
Blue and White
School Rankings
Leroy Wood ranks within the top 30% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Leroy Wood is 0.35, 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
#443 out of 1626 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
10%
26%
Black
2%
10%
White
80%
51%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.8%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leroy Wood's ranking?
Leroy Wood is ranked #443 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Leroy Wood often compared to?
Leroy Woodis often viewed alongside schools like East Fairhaven by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Leroy Wood?
428 students attend Leroy Wood.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Leroy Wood students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Leroy Wood?
Leroy Wood has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Leroy Wood offer ?
Leroy Wood offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Leroy Wood part of?
Leroy Wood is part of Fairhaven School District.
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