Serving 222 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Dual Language 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 222 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dual Language School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Dual Language School's student population of 222 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 54% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
222 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Dual Language 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 Dual Language School is 0.43, 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
#1181 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
73%
26%
Black
2%
10%
White
19%
51%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dual Language School's ranking?
Dual Language School is ranked #1181 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Dual Language School?
222 students attend Dual Language School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Dual Language School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dual Language School?
Dual Language School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Dual Language School offer ?
Dual Language School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dual Language School part of?
Dual Language School is part of Waltham School District.
In what neighborhood is Dual Language School located?
Dual Language School is located in the South Side neighborhood of Waltham, MA. There are 1 other public schools located in South Side.
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