Serving 531 students in grades 5-8, Dr Paul Nettle ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 17% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 531 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
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Dr Paul Nettle's student population of 531 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 48% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
531 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We will strive to develop creative and critical thinkers, and effective communicators while fostering social responsibility in the context of academics.
Dr Paul Nettle ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dr Paul Nettle is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1479 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
53%
25%
Black
4%
10%
White
38%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Dr Paul Nettle's ranking?
Dr Paul Nettle is ranked #1479 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Dr Paul Nettle?
531 students attend Dr Paul Nettle.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Dr Paul Nettle students are Hispanic, 38% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dr Paul Nettle?
Dr Paul Nettle has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Dr Paul Nettle offer ?
Dr Paul Nettle offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dr Paul Nettle part of?
Dr Paul Nettle is part of Haverhill School District.
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