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#39 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 2% in state

Johnson

Elementary School · Natick

99 South Main Street, Natick, MA 01760

Enrollment

51

Student-Teacher

6.4:1

Score

9.4

Grades

2nd – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#39 of 1,793

In Natick

#1 of 8

public schools

In district

#1 of 8

Natick

Academic growth

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Johnson

9.4/10

Elementary School in Natick · grades 2nd – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Natick High

8.1/10

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7.2/10

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About Johnson

Johnson is a public elementary school in Natick, MA, part of Natick. Johnson serves approximately 51 students, and covers grades 2nd-4th, and has a 6.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Johnson has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.4 out of 10 and ranks #39 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Johnson show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.2 pts above district
  • This school 9.4 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.2
  • MA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 51 students, Johnson 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.

At 6.4:1 students to teachers, Johnson sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.8Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+1.21 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendImproving
Academics9.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency72% (2024 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency69.5% (2024 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+29.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+29 pts
Overall Proficiency71% (2024 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)56% (model expectation from 2024 MCAS)
vs. Expected+14.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile89th
Resources & Environment8.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio6.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,203
Chronic Absenteeism9.8%

Johnson — Students at Johnson score 71% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores MA MCAS (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 68.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.9% (multi-year state average, 2018-2024)
ELA Proficiency 72.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
46.2% (multi-year state average, 2018-2024)

Based on 52 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
52%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2015
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
65%
ELA
69.3%
2019
Math
70%
ELA
76%
2020*
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2021*
Math
59.3%
ELA
72.3%
2022
Math
64.3%
ELA
65.7%
2023
Math
78%
ELA
83%
2024
Math
72%
ELA
69.5%

* 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: 9.8/10.

How Johnson Compares

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

Overall Score
9.4/10
98th percentile in MA
Academic
9.3/10
Excellent
Growth
9.8/10
Excellent
Environment
8.5/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
6:1 student-teacher ratio
8 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.8%

Location

99 South Main Street, Natick, MA 01760

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Johnson may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. John D Hardy (rated 9.8/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Wellesley), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Brown (rated 9.0/10, 2.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Loker School (rated 8.9/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Wayland), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Natick, see our Natick schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Natick High Natick 0.6 mi 8.1
WALNUT HILL SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS Natick 0.9 mi 7.2
Wilson Middle Natick 1.7 mi 8.9
Lilja Elementary Natick 1.7 mi 6.6
Memorial Natick 1.5 mi 7.4
Bennett-Hemenway Natick 2.1 mi 8.8
Pine Hill Sherborn 2.2 mi 7.2
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF NATICK Natick 2.3 mi
J F Kennedy Middle School Natick 1.9 mi 8.9
RIVERBEND SCHOOL Natick 1.8 mi 6.8
Brown Natick 2.0 mi 9.0
RCS LEARNING CENTER Natick 2.2 mi 6.6
BRANDON SCHOOL & RESIDENTAL TREATMENT Natick 2.8 mi 8.2
VERITAS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Wayland 3.2 mi 7.1
Wayland Middle School Wayland 3.2 mi 9.3
John D Hardy Wellesley 2.7 mi 9.8
Harmony Grove Elementary Framingham 2.5 mi 3.7
Loker School Wayland 3.5 mi 8.9
Christa McAuliffe Charter School Framingham 3.0 mi 4.8
THE RIVERS SCHOOL Weston 3.5 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01760 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$134,644

Median Home Value

$740,700

Median Rent

$2,061/mo

Population

36,520

College Educated

69.5%

Homeownership

67.5%

Avg Commute

31.5 min

Poverty Rate

5.6%

Median Age

42.6

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
New Marlborough Central Sheffield, MA 8.2
Hawlemont Regional Charlemont, MA 8.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Johnson

What grades does Johnson serve?

Johnson serves students in grades 2nd through 4th.

How many students attend Johnson?

Johnson has an enrollment of approximately 51 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Johnson?

The student-teacher ratio at Johnson is 6.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Johnson rank in MA?

Johnson ranks #39 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Johnson's MySchoolScout rating?

Johnson has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.4 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 Johnson?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Johnson has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Johnson a charter school?

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

Is Johnson a Title I school?

No, Johnson is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
75 Very Walkable
Bike Score
53 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
2nd – 4th
Enrollment
51
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
8
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.8%

District

Natick
District Enrollment
5,303
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,203
District Rank
#1 of 8

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