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South Elementary School

Public | PK-5 & ungraded | 315 students

 

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Posted July 7, 2009

I love South School! The teachers are fantastic, engaging and truly love the children and love teaching. Principal is top notch!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted June 2, 2006

Excellent school with excellent teachers! both of my children attend school here and have been here for 3 years. The teachers and principal are outstanding and show true interest in educating their students. They provide support for parents and have numerous activities for the children. Not only does south school provide children with stability and structure, they truly are part of the stoneham community. I would highly recommend this school to any parent with children attending grades k-5.
—Submitted by Michelle A, a parent


Posted December 4, 2005

South School provides a tremendous learning environment for the children. my daughter has blossomed as she has entered first grade. The many activities the PTO offers provides wonderful field trips for the children. The teachers are helpful and listen to what you have to say.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 5, 2004

South School is a wonderful school. My children enjoy it very much. They get a great education in a wonderful learning environment. The principal and teachers are great! PTO does a great job with many activities for the students and their families.
—Submitted by a parent


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

About these ratings

The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
English Language Arts

The state average for English Language Arts was 61% in 2011.

42 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
62%

2010

 
 
79%

2009

 
 
74%

2008

 
 
51%
Math

The state average for Math was 66% in 2011.

43 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
63%

2010

 
 
72%

2009

 
 
75%

2008

 
 
51%
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2010-2011 Massachusetts used the Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System (MCAS) to test students in grades 3 though 8 and 10 in English language arts and math and in grades 5, 8, and 10 in science. The grade 10 MCAS is a high school graduation requirement. The MCAS is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Massachusetts. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

See Massachusetts' state standards

Source: Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

English Language Arts

The state average for English Language Arts was 53% in 2011.

42 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
76%

2010

 
 
62%

2009

 
 
69%

2008

 
 
73%
Math

The state average for Math was 47% in 2011.

42 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
59%

2010

 
 
61%

2009

 
 
61%

2008

 
 
50%
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2010-2011 Massachusetts used the Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System (MCAS) to test students in grades 3 though 8 and 10 in English language arts and math and in grades 5, 8, and 10 in science. The grade 10 MCAS is a high school graduation requirement. The MCAS is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Massachusetts. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

See Massachusetts' state standards

Source: Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

English Language Arts

The state average for English Language Arts was 67% in 2011.

45 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
83%

2010

 
 
79%

2009

 
 
74%

2008

 
 
69%
Math

The state average for Math was 59% in 2011.

44 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
66%

2010

 
 
47%

2009

 
 
46%

2008

 
 
36%
Science

The state average for Science was 50% in 2011.

44 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
61%

2010

 
 
55%

2009

 
 
52%

2008

 
 
57%
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2010-2011 Massachusetts used the Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System (MCAS) to test students in grades 3 though 8 and 10 in English language arts and math and in grades 5, 8, and 10 in science. The grade 10 MCAS is a high school graduation requirement. The MCAS is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Massachusetts. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

See Massachusetts' state standards

Source: Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

English Language Arts

All Students62%
Female59%
Male65%
African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
Native Americann/a
White60%
Economically disadvantagedn/a
Not economically disadvantaged68%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
English language learnersn/a

Math

All Students63%
Female54%
Male71%
African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
Native Americann/a
White63%
Economically disadvantagedn/a
Not economically disadvantaged69%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
English language learnersn/a
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2010-2011 Massachusetts used the Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System (MCAS) to test students in grades 3 though 8 and 10 in English language arts and math and in grades 5, 8, and 10 in science. The grade 10 MCAS is a high school graduation requirement. The MCAS is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Massachusetts. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

The different student groups are identified by the Massachusetts Department of Education. If there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Massachusetts' state standards

Source: Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

English Language Arts

All Students76%
Female86%
Male65%
African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
White76%
Economically disadvantagedn/a
Not economically disadvantaged79%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
English language learnersn/a

Math

All Students59%
Female63%
Male55%
African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
White63%
Economically disadvantagedn/a
Not economically disadvantaged69%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
English language learnersn/a
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2010-2011 Massachusetts used the Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System (MCAS) to test students in grades 3 though 8 and 10 in English language arts and math and in grades 5, 8, and 10 in science. The grade 10 MCAS is a high school graduation requirement. The MCAS is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Massachusetts. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

The different student groups are identified by the Massachusetts Department of Education. If there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Massachusetts' state standards

Source: Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

English Language Arts

All Students83%
Female75%
Male88%
African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
White81%
Economically disadvantagedn/a
Not economically disadvantaged84%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
English language learnersn/a

Math

All Students66%
Female63%
Male68%
African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
White65%
Economically disadvantagedn/a
Not economically disadvantaged76%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
English language learnersn/a

Science

All Students61%
Female48%
Male72%
African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
White62%
Economically disadvantagedn/a
Not economically disadvantaged68%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
English language learnersn/a
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2010-2011 Massachusetts used the Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System (MCAS) to test students in grades 3 though 8 and 10 in English language arts and math and in grades 5, 8, and 10 in science. The grade 10 MCAS is a high school graduation requirement. The MCAS is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Massachusetts. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

The different student groups are identified by the Massachusetts Department of Education. If there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Massachusetts' state standards

Source: Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

Breaking down the GreatSchools Rating

GreatSchools Ratings are based on the most recent standardized test results for schools. Use the breakdown ratings below to compare types of students at this school. Learn more »


Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 88% 68%
Asian 4% 6%
Hispanic 3% 15%
Two or more races 3% 2%
Black 2% 8%
American Indian/Alaska Native 0% 0%
Hawaiian Native/Pacific Islander 0% 0%
Source: NCES, 2010-2011

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students participating in free or reduced-price lunch program 15%N/A34%
Source: NCES, 2010-2011

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 16N/A14
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

School basics

School Leader's name
  • Nicholas Leonardos
Fax number
  • (781) 279-2104

Resources

Extra learning resources offered
  • Title I Targeted Assistance program (TAS)
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11 Summer St
Stoneham, MA 02180
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