Serving 502 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Broadmeadow 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 70% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (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 30% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 502 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Broadmeadow ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Broadmeadow's student population of 502 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
502 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Acceptance, Caring, Curiosity, Learning, Responsibility
School Rankings
Broadmeadow 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 Broadmeadow is 0.48, 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
#175 out of 1626 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
8%
Hispanic
6%
26%
Black
1%
10%
White
70%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Needham School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Broadmeadow's ranking?
Broadmeadow is ranked #175 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Broadmeadow often compared to?
Broadmeadowis often viewed alongside schools like William Mitchell, Sunita L. Williams Elementary School, Newman Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Broadmeadow?
502 students attend Broadmeadow.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Broadmeadow students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Broadmeadow?
Broadmeadow has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Broadmeadow offer ?
Broadmeadow offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Broadmeadow part of?
Broadmeadow is part of Needham School District.
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