Serving 435 students in grades Kindergarten-5, John H Duval ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 435 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
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John H Duval's student population of 435 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
435 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
John H Duval ranks within the top 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John H Duval is 0.48, 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
#583 out of 1626 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
17%
25%
Black
6%
10%
White
70%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is John H Duval's ranking?
John H Duval is ranked #583 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are John H Duval often compared to?
John H Duvalis often viewed alongside schools like Margaret L Donovan by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend John H Duval?
435 students attend John H Duval.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of John H Duval students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John H Duval?
John H Duval has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does John H Duval offer ?
John H Duval offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is John H Duval part of?
John H Duval is part of Whitman-Hanson School District.
School Reviews5 10/10/2025I've been here since kindergarden. This was sadly, my last year. And I don't get to finish it, which is the saddest part. I went through some stuff, and the teachers and in-school therapists really helped me on the few ac cations i needed them. I know they helped a few of my friends.Review John H Duval. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
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I've been here since kindergarden. This was sadly, my last year. And I don't get to finish it, which is the saddest part. I went through some stuff, and the teachers and in-school therapists really helped me on the few ac cations i needed them. I know they helped a few of my friends.
Review John H Duval. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
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