Serving 475 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Douglas Macarthur Elementary School 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (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 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 475 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Douglas Macarthur Elementary School's student population of 475 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
475 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Douglas Macarthur Elementary School 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 Douglas Macarthur Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#589 out of 1626 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
8%
Hispanic
22%
26%
Black
7%
10%
White
57%
51%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Waltham School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Douglas Macarthur Elementary School's ranking?
Douglas Macarthur Elementary School is ranked #589 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Douglas Macarthur Elementary School often compared to?
Douglas Macarthur Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northeast Elementary School, James Fitzgerald Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Douglas Macarthur Elementary School?
475 students attend Douglas Macarthur Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Douglas Macarthur Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Douglas Macarthur Elementary School?
Douglas Macarthur Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Douglas Macarthur Elementary School offer ?
Douglas Macarthur Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Douglas Macarthur Elementary School part of?
Douglas Macarthur Elementary School is part of Waltham School District.
In what neighborhood is Douglas Macarthur Elementary School located?
Douglas Macarthur Elementary School is located in the Piety Corner Historic District neighborhood of Waltham, MA. There are 2 other public schools located in Piety Corner Historic District.
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