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Balch

1170 Washington Street, Norwood, MA 02062, United States
+1 (781) 762-0694
http://www.norwood.k12.ma.us/balch
3.0
Overall Rating

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Balch Overview

About This School

Balch is a public elementary in Norwood, Massachusetts, serving 303 students in grades Grade 1-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency levels of 27% in ELA and 32% in math. The school maintains a 10:1 student-teacher ratio with 29 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $89,679. The student body is nearly evenly split between male and female students, with a demographic composition of 42% Hispanic, 38% White, 11% Black, 7% Asian, and 2% Two or More Races. There is one counselor available for the 303 students.

303
Total Students
Grade 1-5
10:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
29 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts27%
Mathematics32%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
Grade 1-5
County
Norfolk County
Students per Counselor
303:1

Balch Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

27%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 47%State Avg: 44%
32%
Mathematics
City Avg: 50%State Avg: 42%
N/A
Science

Class Information

10:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 11.1:1
State Avg: 12.5:1
303
Students per Counselor

Balch Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
29

Average Teacher Salary

$89,679
City Avg: $89,679
State Avg: $85,529

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio10:1
Students per Counselor303:1

Balch Student Demographics

Student Body

50.5%
Male
49.5%
Female
Total Enrollment: 303 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White37.62%
Hispanic41.58%
Asian6.6%
Black10.56%
Two or More Races1.65%
Native American0.66%

Balch Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Balch

Q: What is Balch?

A: Balch is a elementary public located in Norwood.

Q: How many students attend Balch?

A: Balch has approximately 303 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Balch?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Balch is 10:1.

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Detailed Information about Balch

Balch is a public elementary in Norwood, Massachusetts, serving 303 students in grades Grade 1-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency levels of 27% in ELA and 32% in math. The school maintains a 10:1 student-teacher ratio with 29 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $89,679. The student body is nearly evenly split between male and female students, with a demographic composition of 42% Hispanic, 38% White, 11% Black, 7% Asian, and 2% Two or More Races. There is one counselor available for the 303 students.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: . See methodology →
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About Balch - Norwood, MA

Quick Facts about Balch
School NameBalch
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsGrade 1-5
Location1170 Washington Street, Norwood, MA 02062, Norwood, MA
CountyNorfolk County
Phone+1 (781) 762-0694
Total Students303
Student-Teacher Ratio10:1
Full-Time Teachers29
Rating3/10
ELA Proficiency27%
Math Proficiency32%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about Balch

What is Balch?

Balch is a elementary public located in Norwood.

How many students attend Balch?

Balch has approximately 303 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Balch?

The student-teacher ratio at Balch is 10:1.

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