Excellent
#270 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 15% in state
J Turner Hood
Elementary School · North Reading
298A Haverhill St, North Reading, MA 01864
Enrollment
410
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
410
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#270 of 1,793
In North Reading
#5 of 5
public schools
In district
#5 of 5
North Reading
Equity
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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J Turner Hood
Elementary School in North Reading · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About J Turner Hood
J Turner Hood is a public elementary school in North Reading, MA, part of North Reading. J Turner Hood serves approximately 410 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. J Turner Hood has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #270 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for J Turner Hood show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- District avg 8.6
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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J Turner Hood — Students at J Turner Hood score 69% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 82 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.9/10.
How J Turner Hood Compares
See how J Turner Hood performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
298A Haverhill St, North Reading, MA 01864
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering J Turner Hood may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bancroft Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Andover), which scores notably higher. Another option is E Ethel Little School (rated 9.1/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, South Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Andover), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in North Reading, see our North Reading schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| North Reading Middle North Reading | 1.2 mi | 9.2 |
| North Reading High North Reading | 1.3 mi | 8.7 |
| L D Batchelder North Reading | 1.5 mi | 8.6 |
| E Ethel Little School North Reading | 2.4 mi | 9.1 |
| ANDOVER SCHOOL OF MONTESSORI Andover | 2.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Wood End Elementary School Reading | 3.2 mi | 8.5 |
| J Warren Killam Reading | 3.8 mi | 8.6 |
| THE PIKE SCHOOL Andover | 3.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Bancroft Elementary Andover | 3.5 mi | 9.3 |
| Arthur W Coolidge Middle Reading | 4.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Birch Meadow Reading | 4.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Reading Memorial High Reading | 4.3 mi | 8.2 |
| RISE PreSchool Reading | 4.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Woburn Street Wilmington | 3.6 mi | 7.3 |
| PHILLIPS ACADEMY Andover | 4.1 mi | 6.1 |
| South Elementary Andover | 3.7 mi | 9.0 |
| Lynnfield Middle School Lynnfield | 4.5 mi | 7.0 |
| North Intermediate Wilmington | 3.6 mi | 7.2 |
| John E Burke Peabody | 4.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Howe-Manning Middleton | 3.8 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01864 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$150,820
Median Home Value
$680,000
Median Rent
$2,253/mo
Population
15,634
College Educated
55.5%
Homeownership
83.8%
Avg Commute
32.9 min
Poverty Rate
2.8%
Median Age
43.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Albert S. Woodward Memorial School Southborough, MA | 8.2 |
| Ambrose Elementary Winchester, MA | 8.2 |
| Annie E Fales Westborough, MA | 8.2 |
| Barnstable Community Innovation School Hyannis, MA | 8.2 |
| Bournedale Elementary School Bournedale, MA | 8.2 |
| Brackett Arlington, MA | 8.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about J Turner Hood
What grades does J Turner Hood serve?
J Turner Hood serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend J Turner Hood?
J Turner Hood has an enrollment of approximately 410 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at J Turner Hood?
The student-teacher ratio at J Turner Hood is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does J Turner Hood rank in MA?
J Turner Hood ranks #270 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is J Turner Hood's MySchoolScout rating?
J Turner Hood has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at J Turner Hood?
Based on loaded state assessment records, J Turner Hood has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is J Turner Hood a charter school?
No, J Turner Hood is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is J Turner Hood a Title I school?
No, J Turner Hood is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 410
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 7.1%
- Phone
- (978) 664-7817
Resources & Links
District
North Reading- District Enrollment
- 2,317
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,546
- District Rank
- #5 of 5
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