Serving 307 students in grades 3-5, Clara Barton 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 38% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower 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 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 307 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Clara Barton's student population of 307 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental virtual)
(Supplemental virtual)
Total Students
307 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Clara Barton 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 Clara Barton is 0.47, 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
#1037 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
19%
26%
Black
3%
10%
White
70%
51%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clara Barton's ranking?
Clara Barton is ranked #1037 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?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Clara Barton?
307 students attend Clara Barton.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Clara Barton students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clara Barton?
Clara Barton has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Clara Barton offer ?
Clara Barton offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental virtual).
What school district is Clara Barton part of?
Clara Barton is part of Oxford School District.
In what neighborhood is Clara Barton located?
Clara Barton is located in the North Oxford neighborhood of Oxford, MA.
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