Serving 503 students in grades 5-8, Dr Paul Nettle 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 17% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 503 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dr Paul Nettle ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Dr Paul Nettle's student population of 503 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
503 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Motto
We will strive to develop creative and critical thinkers, and effective communicators while fostering social responsibility in the context of academics.
School Rankings
Dr Paul Nettle 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 Paul Nettle is 0.58, 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
#1479 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
54%
26%
Black
5%
10%
White
36%
51%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr Paul Nettle's ranking?
Dr Paul Nettle is ranked #1479 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?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Dr Paul Nettle?
503 students attend Dr Paul Nettle.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Dr Paul Nettle students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dr Paul Nettle?
Dr Paul Nettle has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Dr Paul Nettle offer ?
Dr Paul Nettle offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dr Paul Nettle part of?
Dr Paul Nettle is part of Haverhill School District.
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