Excellent
#186 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 10% in state
Joshua Eaton
Elementary School · Reading
365 Summer Avenue, Reading, MA 01867
Enrollment
392
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
392
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#186 of 1,793
In Reading
#2 of 9
public schools
In district
#2 of 9
Reading
Academic growth
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Joshua Eaton
Joshua Eaton is a public elementary school in Reading, MA, part of Reading. Joshua Eaton serves approximately 392 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Joshua Eaton has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #186 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Joshua Eaton show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- District avg 8.4
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Joshua Eaton — Students at Joshua Eaton 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: 9.5/10.
How Joshua Eaton Compares
See how Joshua Eaton performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
365 Summer Avenue, Reading, MA 01867
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Joshua Eaton may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. South (rated 8.8/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Stoneham), with a very similar rating. Another option is J Warren Killam (rated 8.6/10, 2.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Wood End Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 2.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Reading, see our Reading schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Walter S Parker Middle Reading | 0.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Alice M Barrows Reading | 0.8 mi | 8.3 |
| Reading Memorial High Reading | 1.4 mi | 8.2 |
| RISE PreSchool Reading | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
| READING MONTESSORI SCHOOL Reading | 1.2 mi | — |
| AUSTIN PREPARATORY SCHOOL Reading | 1.3 mi | 3.7 |
| Robin Hood Stoneham | 1.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Birch Meadow Reading | 1.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Arthur W Coolidge Middle Reading | 1.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Walton Wakefield | 1.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Stoneham Central Middle School Stoneham | 2.2 mi | 5.5 |
| J Warren Killam Reading | 2.1 mi | 8.6 |
| ST PATRICK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Stoneham | 2.3 mi | 4.2 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Wakefield | 1.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Early Childhood Center at the Doyle School Wakefield | 2.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Goodyear Elementary School Woburn | 2.4 mi | 3.2 |
| Wood End Elementary School Reading | 2.7 mi | 8.5 |
| John F Kennedy Middle School Woburn | 2.3 mi | 5.3 |
| South Stoneham | 2.9 mi | 8.8 |
| Malcolm White Woburn | 2.6 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01867 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$163,407
Median Home Value
$741,100
Median Rent
$1,722/mo
Population
25,474
College Educated
65%
Homeownership
83%
Avg Commute
30.6 min
Poverty Rate
2.7%
Median Age
44.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Alfred G. Zanetti Montessori Magnet School Springfield, MA | 8.6 |
| Bates Elementary School Roslindale, MA | 8.6 |
| Bridge Boston Charter School Roxbury, MA | 8.6 |
| Elm Street School Walpole, MA | 8.6 |
| Frank H Freedman Springfield, MA | 8.6 |
| J Warren Killam Reading, MA | 8.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Joshua Eaton
What grades does Joshua Eaton serve?
Joshua Eaton serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Joshua Eaton?
Joshua Eaton has an enrollment of approximately 392 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Joshua Eaton?
The student-teacher ratio at Joshua Eaton is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Joshua Eaton rank in MA?
Joshua Eaton ranks #186 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Joshua Eaton's MySchoolScout rating?
Joshua Eaton has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 Joshua Eaton?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Joshua Eaton has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Joshua Eaton a charter school?
No, Joshua Eaton is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Joshua Eaton a Title I school?
No, Joshua Eaton is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 392
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 7.4%
- Phone
- (781) 942-9161
Resources & Links
District
Reading- District Enrollment
- 3,850
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,138
- District Rank
- #2 of 9
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