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Below Average

#1582 of 1,793 schools in MA

Boutwell School

School · Groton-Dunstable

P O Box 730, Groton, MA 01450

Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on MA statewide data. Learn more

Enrollment

75

Student-Teacher

15:1

Score

4.2

Grades

Pre-K – Pre-K

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,582 of 1,793

In Groton

#4 of 4

public schools

In district

#5 of 5

Groton-Dunstable

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Boutwell School

4.2/10

School in Groton · grades Pre-K – Pre-K. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.8/10

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5.2/10

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About Boutwell School

Boutwell School is a public school in Groton, MA, part of Groton-Dunstable. Boutwell School serves approximately 75 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Boutwell School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,582 of 1,793 schools in MA.

How it compares2.7 pts below district
  • This school 4.2 · Below Average
  • District avg 6.9
  • MA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 75 students, Boutwell School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student ProgressNot Available

Requires 2+ years of test data

Academics6.4Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.·Area estimate · Based on MA state average
College Readiness2.9Needs Improvement45%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment4.5Below Average30%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,709

How we calculate scores →

Component weights adjusted due to data availability.

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

How Boutwell School Compares

See how Boutwell School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.2/10
12th percentile in MA
Academic
6.4/10
Average
Environment
4.5/10
Below Average

Location

P O Box 730, Groton, MA 01450

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Boutwell School may also want to explore other schools in the area. GROTON SCHOOL (rated 9.2/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Blanchard Middle (rated 8.2/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Westford), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Groton Dunstable Regional Middle (rated 7.7/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Groton, see our Groton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Florence Roche School Groton 0.3 mi 6.8
SEVEN HILLS AT GROTON Groton 0.4 mi 5.2
Groton Dunstable Regional Middle Groton 0.5 mi 7.7
LAWRENCE ACADEMY Groton 0.7 mi 7.5
GROTON COMMUNITY SCHOOL Groton 1.3 mi
GROTON SCHOOL Groton 1.5 mi 9.2
Ayer Shirley Regional High School Ayer 3.2 mi 5.8
PEPPERELL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Pepperell 3.2 mi
Page Hilltop Elementary School Ayer 3.3 mi 5.9
Groton Dunstable Regional Groton 3.1 mi 7.6
Varnum Brook Pepperell 4.0 mi 5.6
Nissitissit Middle School Pepperell 4.3 mi 4.3
MAPLE DENE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pepperell 4.7 mi
Francis W. Parker Charter Essential School Devens 4.8 mi 7.0
Blanchard Middle Westford 4.9 mi 8.2
Ayer Shirley Regional Middle School Shirley 5.7 mi 7.2
Day Elementary Westford 5.0 mi 5.4
Littleton High School Littleton 6.0 mi 6.7
North Middlesex Regional Townsend 5.3 mi 6.2
2ND NATURE ACADEMY Nashua 6.9 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01450 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$189,355

Median Home Value

$673,500

Median Rent

$1,521/mo

Population

11,228

College Educated

65.8%

Homeownership

89.6%

Avg Commute

32.9 min

Poverty Rate

4.3%

Median Age

40.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Boutwell School

What grades does Boutwell School serve?

Boutwell School serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.

How many students attend Boutwell School?

Boutwell School has an enrollment of approximately 75 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Boutwell School?

The student-teacher ratio at Boutwell School is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Boutwell School rank in MA?

Boutwell School ranks #1,582 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Boutwell School's MySchoolScout rating?

Boutwell School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Boutwell School a charter school?

No, Boutwell School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Boutwell School a Title I school?

No, Boutwell School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
50 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
46 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
75
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers (FTE)
5
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County

District

Groton-Dunstable
District Enrollment
2,305
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,709
District Rank
#5 of 5

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