Serving 763 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dr W Arnone Community School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 8% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 763 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dr W Arnone Community School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Dr W Arnone Community School's student population of 763 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
763 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
Dr W Arnone Community School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dr W Arnone Community School is 0.54, 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
#1599 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
27%
26%
Black
62%
10%
White
5%
51%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Brockton School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr W Arnone Community School's ranking?
Dr W Arnone Community School is ranked #1599 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Dr W Arnone Community School?
763 students attend Dr W Arnone Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Dr W Arnone Community School students are Black, 27% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dr W Arnone Community School?
Dr W Arnone Community School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Dr W Arnone Community School offer ?
Dr W Arnone Community School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dr W Arnone Community School part of?
Dr W Arnone Community School is part of Brockton School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Abolutely wonderful.Great programs. Tons of activities.Faculty is unbelievable.Parent involvement is always welcome.
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