Serving 401 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Thoreau ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 401 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thoreau ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Thoreau's student population of 401 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
401 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Year Founded
1951
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 13, 2026
School Rankings
Thoreau ranks within the top 10% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thoreau is 0.50, 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
#150 out of 1626 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
8%
Hispanic
8%
26%
Black
2%
10%
White
69%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thoreau's ranking?
Thoreau is ranked #150 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Thoreau often compared to?
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Thoreau?
401 students attend Thoreau.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Thoreau students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thoreau?
Thoreau has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Thoreau offer ?
Thoreau offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Thoreau part of?
Thoreau is part of Concord School District.
In what neighborhood is Thoreau located?
Thoreau is located in the West Concord neighborhood of Concord, MA.
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