A+ Top 8%

J. Turner Hood Elementary School

Grades PK-05 NORTH READING, MA

Improved 86 spots from last year

#67 State Rank
A District Grade
298A Haverhill Street, NORTH READING, MA 01864
MCAS scores from 2025 Data updated December 2025
416 Students
95.1% Attendance Rate
61.2 Composite Score

MCAS Test Scores

Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System results

English Language Arts

66% Proficient or Above
12.3% Advanced

Mathematics

62.7% Proficient or Above
7.7% Advanced

Science

95% Proficient or Above
45% Advanced

Score Trends

Year Subject Grade Proficient+ Advanced
2025 English Language Arts 03 48% 3%
2025 English Language Arts 04 61% 3%
2025 English Language Arts 05 89% 31%
2025 Mathematics 03 53% 3%
2025 Mathematics 04 53% 5%
2025 Mathematics 05 82% 15%
2025 Science 05 95% 45%
2024 English Language Arts 03 48% 6%
2024 English Language Arts 04 64% 5%
2024 English Language Arts 05 76% 20%
2024 Mathematics 03 45% 3%
2024 Mathematics 04 66% 19%
2024 Mathematics 05 69% 8%
2024 Science 05 90% 24%
2023 English Language Arts 03 58% 15%

MCAS is administered annually to students in grades 3-8 and 10. Scores reflect the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level expectations.

Student Demographics

416 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

White 82.2%
Asian 7%
Hispanic 5.5%
Multiracial 4.6%
Black 0.7%

Gender

49.8% Male
50.2% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 4.3%
Special Education 22.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch 10.1%

School Performance

Key metrics and program information

Attendance

95.1% Attendance Rate
8.5% Chronic Absence

Staffing

Location

298A Haverhill Street, NORTH READING, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is J. Turner Hood Elementary School's grade rating?

J. Turner Hood Elementary School has earned a grade of A+, ranked #67 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 8% of Massachusetts Elementary schools. This rating is based on 2025 MCAS test scores, attendance rates, and other performance metrics from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.

How many students attend J. Turner Hood Elementary School?

Approximately 416 students are enrolled at J. Turner Hood Elementary School.

How does J. Turner Hood Elementary School perform on MCAS tests?

Based on the most recent MCAS results, J. Turner Hood Elementary School's proficiency rates are: English Language Arts (66% proficient), Mathematics (63% proficient), Science (95% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.

What is the attendance rate at J. Turner Hood Elementary School?

J. Turner Hood Elementary School has an attendance rate of 95.1%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.

What school district is J. Turner Hood Elementary School part of?

J. Turner Hood Elementary School is part of North Reading School District. For enrollment information, contact the district office or visit the school's website. Enrollment typically requires proof of residency within the district boundaries.

How are Massachusetts school ratings calculated?

School ratings are calculated using multiple data points from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE), including MCAS test scores (proficiency and growth), attendance rates, graduation rates (for high schools), and student-teacher ratios. Schools are ranked by percentile against similar schools statewide.