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Thomas R Plympton Elementary School

20 Farnsworth Street, Waltham, MA 02451, United States
+1 (781) 314-5760
http://www.walthampublicschools.org/o/plympton
3.5
Overall Rating

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Thomas R Plympton Elementary School Overview

About This School

Thomas R Plympton Elementary School is a public elementary in Waltham, Massachusetts, serving 357 students in grades K-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency levels of 32% in ELA and 37% in math. The school maintains a 10:1 student-teacher ratio with 35 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $80,103. Additionally, the school provides support through a counselor-to-student ratio of 178:1. The student body is composed of 54% male and 46% female students. Regarding ethnicity, the population includes 39% White, 38% Hispanic, 13% Black, 5% students of two or more races, and 4% Asian students.

357
Total Students
K-5
10:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
35 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts32%
Mathematics37%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
K-5
County
Middlesex County
Students per Counselor
178:1

Thomas R Plympton Elementary School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

32%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 38%State Avg: 44%
37%
Mathematics
City Avg: 37%State Avg: 42%
N/A
Science

Class Information

10:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 9.8:1
State Avg: 12.5:1
178
Students per Counselor

Thomas R Plympton Elementary School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
35

Average Teacher Salary

$80,103
City Avg: $80,103
State Avg: $85,529

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio10:1
Students per Counselor178:1

Thomas R Plympton Elementary School Student Demographics

Student Body

53.78%
Male
46.22%
Female
Total Enrollment: 357 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White38.94%
Hispanic38.1%
Asian4.2%
Black13.45%
Two or More Races5.32%
Native American0%

Thomas R Plympton Elementary School Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Thomas R Plympton Elementary School

Q: What is Thomas R Plympton Elementary School?

A: Thomas R Plympton Elementary School is a elementary public located in Waltham.

Q: How many students attend Thomas R Plympton Elementary School?

A: Thomas R Plympton Elementary School has approximately 357 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Thomas R Plympton Elementary School?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Thomas R Plympton Elementary School is 10:1.

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Detailed Information about Thomas R Plympton Elementary School

Thomas R Plympton Elementary School is a public elementary in Waltham, Massachusetts, serving 357 students in grades K-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency levels of 32% in ELA and 37% in math. The school maintains a 10:1 student-teacher ratio with 35 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $80,103. Additionally, the school provides support through a counselor-to-student ratio of 178:1. The student body is composed of 54% male and 46% female students. Regarding ethnicity, the population includes 39% White, 38% Hispanic, 13% Black, 5% students of two or more races, and 4% Asian students.

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About Thomas R Plympton Elementary School - Waltham, MA

Quick Facts about Thomas R Plympton Elementary School
School NameThomas R Plympton Elementary School
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsK-5
Location20 Farnsworth Street, Waltham, MA 02451, Waltham, MA
CountyMiddlesex County
Phone+1 (781) 314-5760
Total Students357
Student-Teacher Ratio10:1
Full-Time Teachers35
Rating3.5/10
ELA Proficiency32%
Math Proficiency37%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about Thomas R Plympton Elementary School

What is Thomas R Plympton Elementary School?

Thomas R Plympton Elementary School is a elementary public located in Waltham.

How many students attend Thomas R Plympton Elementary School?

Thomas R Plympton Elementary School has approximately 357 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Thomas R Plympton Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Thomas R Plympton Elementary School is 10:1.

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