Serving 242 students in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten, R Stewart Esten Early Childhood Center ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to 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 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 242 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
R Stewart Esten Early Childhood Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
School Overview
R Stewart Esten Early Childhood Center's student population of 242 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
242 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
R Stewart Esten Early Childhood Center 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 R Stewart Esten Early Childhood Center is 0.57, 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
#642 out of 1626 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
22%
26%
Black
5%
10%
White
61%
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
62%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldog
Frequently Asked Questions
What is R Stewart Esten Early Childhood Center's ranking?
R Stewart Esten Early Childhood Center is ranked #642 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend R Stewart Esten Early Childhood Center?
242 students attend R Stewart Esten Early Childhood Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of R Stewart Esten Early Childhood Center students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of R Stewart Esten Early Childhood Center?
R Stewart Esten Early Childhood Center has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does R Stewart Esten Early Childhood Center offer ?
R Stewart Esten Early Childhood Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is R Stewart Esten Early Childhood Center part of?
R Stewart Esten Early Childhood Center is part of Rockland School District.
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