Needs Improvement
#1785 of 1,793 schools in MA
Mary D Altavesta
Elementary School · Woburn
980 ½ Main Street, Woburn, MA 01801
Enrollment
204
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
2.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
204
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
2.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,785 of 1,793
In Woburn
#10 of 10
public schools
In district
#10 of 10
Woburn
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Mary D Altavesta
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About Mary D Altavesta
Mary D Altavesta is a public elementary school in Woburn, MA, part of Woburn. Mary D Altavesta serves approximately 204 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Mary D Altavesta has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,785 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Mary D Altavesta show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 2.7 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.8
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Mary D Altavesta — Students at Mary D Altavesta score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 76 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 1.4/10.
How Mary D Altavesta Compares
See how Mary D Altavesta performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
980 ½ Main Street, Woburn, MA 01801
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mary D Altavesta may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Alice M Barrows (rated 8.3/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Reading), which scores notably higher. Another option is Memorial (rated 7.6/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Burlington), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MOUNT HOPE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Burlington), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Woburn, see our Woburn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Linscott-Rumford Woburn | 0.4 mi | 3.9 |
| Hurld-Wyman Elementary School Woburn | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Marshall Simonds Middle Burlington | 1.2 mi | 8.7 |
| Memorial Burlington | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
| TENDER LEARNING CENTRE Wilmington | 1.8 mi | — |
| John F Kennedy Middle School Woburn | 1.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Fox Hill Burlington | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| MOUNT HOPE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Burlington | 1.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Malcolm White Woburn | 2.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Woburn High Woburn | 2.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Daniel L Joyce Middle School Woburn | 2.5 mi | 6.5 |
| BURLINGTON MONTESSORI SCHOOL Burlington | 2.0 mi | — |
| ST CHARLES SCHOOL Woburn | 2.6 mi | 5.0 |
| READING MONTESSORI SCHOOL Reading | 2.1 mi | — |
| Burlington High Burlington | 2.2 mi | 8.0 |
| Alice M Barrows Reading | 2.1 mi | 8.3 |
| AUSTIN PREPARATORY SCHOOL Reading | 2.2 mi | 3.7 |
| Shamrock Woburn | 2.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Boutwell Wilmington | 2.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Wilmington High Wilmington | 2.9 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01801 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$107,754
Median Home Value
$641,800
Median Rent
$2,190/mo
Population
41,205
College Educated
47.3%
Homeownership
57.6%
Avg Commute
25.9 min
Poverty Rate
7.8%
Median Age
39.5
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|---|---|
| Franklin Ave Westfield, MA | 2.8 |
| Atherton Hough Quincy, MA | 3.0 |
| Charles S Ashley New Bedford, MA | 3.0 |
| William P. Sapelli Elementary Agawam, MA | 3.1 |
| Atkinson North Andover, MA | 3.2 |
| Shaw Elementary School Dorchester, MA | 3.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mary D Altavesta
What grades does Mary D Altavesta serve?
Mary D Altavesta serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Mary D Altavesta?
Mary D Altavesta has an enrollment of approximately 204 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mary D Altavesta?
The student-teacher ratio at Mary D Altavesta is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mary D Altavesta rank in MA?
Mary D Altavesta ranks #1,785 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Mary D Altavesta's MySchoolScout rating?
Mary D Altavesta has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.7 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 Mary D Altavesta?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mary D Altavesta has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Mary D Altavesta a charter school?
No, Mary D Altavesta is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mary D Altavesta a Title I school?
No, Mary D Altavesta is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 204
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.4%
- Phone
- (781) 937-8235
Resources & Links
District
Woburn- District Enrollment
- 4,424
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,015
- District Rank
- #10 of 10
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