Serving 477 students in grades 3-8, Ohrenberger 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 34% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (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 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-8
- Enrollment: 477 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ohrenberger School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Ohrenberger School's student population of 477 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
477 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
Ohrenberger 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 Ohrenberger School is 0.68, which is more 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
#1104 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
40%
26%
Black
38%
10%
White
15%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ohrenberger School's ranking?
Ohrenberger School is ranked #1104 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?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Ohrenberger School?
477 students attend Ohrenberger School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Ohrenberger School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are Black, 15% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ohrenberger School?
Ohrenberger School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Ohrenberger School offer ?
Ohrenberger School offers enrollment in grades 3-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ohrenberger School part of?
Ohrenberger School is part of Boston School District.
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