L D Batchelder

Summary:

L D Batchelder is an exceptional elementary school located in North Reading, Massachusetts, serving 463 students from kindergarten to 5th grade. The school consistently outperforms the state and district averages on MCAS Next Generation assessments, with 74.24% of students proficient or better in English Language Arts and 80% proficient or better in Mathematics, compared to 65.48% and 69.93% for the North Reading district, respectively.

L D Batchelder has been ranked among the top 10 elementary schools in Massachusetts for several years, with a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school excels in serving various student subgroups, ranking highly for female, male, white, special education, and disabled students. While the student population is predominantly white, L D Batchelder has a more diverse student body compared to some nearby schools, such as J Turner Hood and E Ethel Little School, which have lower proficiency rates and statewide rankings.

The consistent high performance and exceptional service to diverse student populations make L D Batchelder a standout school in the North Reading area. The school's strong educational program and effective teaching practices have contributed to its success, providing a high-quality learning environment for all students.


Detail:

Public K-5

 175 Park Street
       North Reading, MA  01864


(978) 664-7814

District: North Reading

SchoolDigger Rank:
10th of 916 Massachusetts Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $16,741 Help


Students who attend L D Batchelder usually attend:

Middle:    North Reading Middle
High:    North Reading High

Student/teacher ratio:  13.5 Help
Number of students:  463

Racial breakdown:

White:
88.3%
Asian:
4.5%
Two or more races:
3.9%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  7.1% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details L D Batchelder ranks better than 98.9% of elementary schools in Massachusetts. It also ranks first among 3 ranked elementary schools in the North Reading School District! (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 96.37. (See more...)
Student Body
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Compare Details L D Batchelder has the largest elementary school student body size in the North Reading School District. Racial makeup is: White (88.3%), Asian (4.5%), two or more races (3.9%). (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at L D Batchelder is 13.5, which is the highest among 3 elementary schools in the North Reading School District! (See more...)
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at L D Batchelder is $16,741, which is the lowest among 3 elementary schools in the North Reading School District!
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

L D Batchelder:

SchoolDigger ranks L D Batchelder 10th of 916 Massachusetts public elementary schools. (See L D Batchelder in the ranking list.)

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North Reading:

SchoolDigger ranks North Reading 28th of 351 Massachusetts school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for L D Batchelder

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Rank History for all students at L D Batchelder

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2003 92.29 20th 884 97.7%
2004 93.32 14th 882 98.4%
2005 88.11 65th 887 92.7%
2006 79.40 173rd 911 81.0%
2007 83.15 132nd 911 85.5%
2008 82.33 138th 908 84.8%
2009 85.50 97th 909 89.3%
2010 84.01 129th 920 86.0%
2011 86.80 79th 924 91.5%
2012 84.60 114th 930 87.7%
2013 84.57 110th 928 88.1%
2014 80.12 164th 926 82.3%
2015 80.07 163rd 914 82.2%
2016 91.80 27th 932 97.1%
2017 85.79 105th 938 88.8%
2018 93.17 20th 934 97.9%
2019 95.94 6th 942 99.4%
2021 92.52 47th 936 95.0%
2022 94.78 23rd 932 97.5%
2023 95.61 17th 928 98.2%
2024 96.37 10th 916 98.9%
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Rank History for Special Education students at L D Batchelder

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 87.52 56th 886 93.7%
2019 96.69 7th 896 99.2%
2021 82.21 103rd 894 88.5%
2022 91.48 31st 905 96.6%
2023 92.40 34th 703 95.2%
2024 96.03 6th 731 99.2%
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Rank History for Female students at L D Batchelder

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 93.28 7th 893 99.2%
2019 95.55 2nd 902 99.8%
2021 88.34 83rd 898 90.8%
2022 93.91 22nd 901 97.6%
2023 93.84 24th 887 97.3%
2024 93.87 24th 886 97.3%
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Rank History for Disabled students at L D Batchelder

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 95.17 9th 656 98.6%
2019 98.91 1st 665 99.8%
2021 92.37 22nd 632 96.5%
2022 94.39 15th 672 97.8%
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Rank History for Male students at L D Batchelder

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 90.28 47th 898 94.8%
2019 93.97 15th 907 98.3%
2021 92.81 31st 904 96.6%
2022 93.70 27th 908 97.0%
2023 95.41 14th 896 98.4%
2024 96.54 4th 891 99.6%
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Rank History for Tested In Person students at L D Batchelder

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 92.26 43rd 925 95.4%
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Rank History for White students at L D Batchelder

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 88.99 34th 772 95.6%
2019 93.32 13th 780 98.3%
2021 90.42 28th 765 96.3%
2022 91.11 24th 764 96.9%
2023 91.39 29th 762 96.2%
2024 92.55 17th 753 97.7%
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Data source: test scores: Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Data source: Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

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by a parent
Monday, March 31, 2014

Open Quote This is a fantastic school. The teachers are completely involved and really care.

My kids seem to be progressing nicely. They feel very comfortable there and it is a great environment for learning. Close Quote



Enrollment information for L D Batchelder

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1988 354 0 6 6 0 n/a n/a 0 366
1989 380 2 6 6 0 n/a n/a 0 394
1990 381 2 6 6 0 n/a n/a 0 395
1991 445 7 6 10 0 n/a n/a 0 468
1992 416 5 7 5 0 n/a n/a 0 433
1993 472 4 7 4 0 n/a n/a 0 487
1994 480 4 6 3 0 n/a n/a 0 493
1995 432 1 2 1 0 n/a n/a 0 436
1996 432 1 2 1 0 n/a n/a 0 436
1997 467 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 467
1998 436 0 2 0 0 n/a n/a 0 438
1999 366 1 5 1 0 n/a n/a 0 373
2000 447 1 5 0 0 n/a n/a 0 453
2001 471 1 6 0 0 n/a n/a 0 478
2002 388 1 5 0 3 n/a n/a 0 397
2003 388 1 5 0 3 n/a n/a 0 397
2004 432 2 6 0 5 n/a n/a 0 445
2005 411 0 4 0 5 n/a n/a 0 420
2006 410 0 4 2 0 n/a n/a 6 422
2007 502 0 4 8 0 n/a n/a 5 519
2008 522 0 7 11 0 n/a n/a 7 547
2009 525 2 8 12 0 0 12 0 559
2010 511 3 10 14 0 0 13 0 551
2011 490 3 11 14 0 0 18 0 536
2012 460 1 12 9 0 0 18 0 500
2013 451 1 10 9 0 0 18 0 489
2014 440 2 11 10 0 0 18 0 481
2015 412 2 10 7 0 0 17 0 448
2016 410 1 14 16 0 0 17 0 458
2017 399 1 15 20 0 0 11 0 446
2018 404 1 16 26 0 0 17 0 464
2019 373 1 16 24 0 0 19 0 433
2020 386 0 18 23 0 0 17 0 444
2021 393 2 19 21 0 0 17 0 452
2022 415 3 20 12 0 0 15 0 465
2023 409 4 21 11 0 0 18 0 463

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

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For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at L D Batchelder

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 366 n/a n/a n/a
1989 394 n/a n/a n/a
1990 395 n/a n/a n/a
1991 468 n/a n/a n/a
1992 433 n/a n/a n/a
1993 487 n/a 0.0 n/a
1994 493 n/a n/a n/a
1995 436 n/a 0.0 n/a
1996 436 n/a 0.0 n/a
1997 467 n/a 0.0 n/a
1998 438 n/a 0.0 n/a
1999 373 n/a 0.0 4
2000 453 n/a 0.0 3.1
2001 478 n/a 0.0 2.7
2002 397 n/a n/a 1.5
2003 397 n/a n/a 1.5
2004 445 24.7 18.0 1.8
2005 420 26.0 16.2 1.7
2006 422 26.1 16.2 1.9
2007 519 30.0 17.3 1
2008 547 30.6 17.9 2
2009 559 35.1 15.9 3.4
2010 551 34.0 16.2 4.4
2011 536 36.6 14.6 5.6
2012 500 37.1 13.4 5.2
2013 489 35.6 13.7 4.9
2014 481 34.1 14.0 5.6
2015 448 31.0 14.4 7.1
2016 458 31.0 14.7 n/a
2017 446 30.3 14.7 n/a
2018 464 31.1 14.9 n/a
2019 433 31.1 13.9 n/a
2020 444 32.9 13.4 n/a
2021 452 34.4 13.1 n/a
2022 465 33.6 13.8 n/a
2023 463 34.2 13.5 n/a

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio L D Batchelder

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 366 n/a n/a n/a
1989 394 n/a n/a n/a
1990 395 n/a n/a n/a
1991 468 n/a n/a n/a
1992 433 n/a n/a n/a
1993 487 n/a 0.0 n/a
1994 493 n/a n/a n/a
1995 436 n/a 0.0 n/a
1996 436 n/a 0.0 n/a
1997 467 n/a 0.0 n/a
1998 438 n/a 0.0 n/a
1999 373 n/a 0.0 4
2000 453 n/a 0.0 3.1
2001 478 n/a 0.0 2.7
2002 397 n/a n/a 1.5
2003 397 n/a n/a 1.5
2004 445 24.7 18.0 1.8
2005 420 26.0 16.2 1.7
2006 422 26.1 16.2 1.9
2007 519 30.0 17.3 1
2008 547 30.6 17.9 2
2009 559 35.1 15.9 3.4
2010 551 34.0 16.2 4.4
2011 536 36.6 14.6 5.6
2012 500 37.1 13.4 5.2
2013 489 35.6 13.7 4.9
2014 481 34.1 14.0 5.6
2015 448 31.0 14.4 7.1
2016 458 31.0 14.7 n/a
2017 446 30.3 14.7 n/a
2018 464 31.1 14.9 n/a
2019 433 31.1 13.9 n/a
2020 444 32.9 13.4 n/a
2021 452 34.4 13.1 n/a
2022 465 33.6 13.8 n/a
2023 463 34.2 13.5 n/a

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
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Per Pupil Expenditures for L D Batchelder

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $233 (1.5%) $15,545 (98.5%) $15,778
2020 $266 (1.7%) $15,380 (98.3%) $15,646
2021 $646 (3.9%) $16,095 (96.1%) $16,741

Data source: Massachusetts Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on L D Batchelder

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Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 6th of 942 Elementary schoolsRanks 17th of 928 Elementary schools
 1.2%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
3rd Grade English Language Arts (L D Batchelder)8871.4
 16.6%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (North Reading)8068.6
 11.4%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Massachusetts)5643.9
 12.1%
3rd Grade Mathematics (L D Batchelder)8770.2
 16.8%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (North Reading)7868.1
 9.9%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Massachusetts)4941
 8%
4th Grade English Language Arts (L D Batchelder)7775.4
 1.6%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (North Reading)7867.1
 10.9%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Massachusetts)5239.7
 12.3%
4th Grade Mathematics (L D Batchelder)8575.4
 9.6%
   4th Grade Mathematics (North Reading)7568.4
 6.6%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Massachusetts)4945
 4%
5th Grade English Language Arts (L D Batchelder)8886.1
 1.9%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (North Reading)8182.1
 1.1%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Massachusetts)5243.8
 8.2%
5th Grade Mathematics (L D Batchelder)8387.3
 4.3%
   5th Grade Mathematics (North Reading)7581.5
 6.5%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Massachusetts)4940.9
 8.2%
5th Grade Science (L D Batchelder)9088.6
 1.4%
   5th Grade Science (North Reading)8682.1
 3.9%
   5th Grade Science (Massachusetts)4841.6
 6.4%
All Grades English Language Arts (L D Batchelder)8577.6
 7.4%
   All Grades English Language Arts (North Reading)7567.1
 7.9%
   All Grades English Language Arts (Massachusetts)5242.3
 9.7%
All Grades Mathematics (L D Batchelder)8577.6
 7.4%
   All Grades Mathematics (North Reading)7369.4
 3.6%
   All Grades Mathematics (Massachusetts)4940.6
 8.4%
All Grades Science (L D Batchelder)9088.6
 1.4%
   All Grades Science (North Reading)7575.5
 0.5%
   All Grades Science (Massachusetts)4741.2
 5.8%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students433463
 6.9%
African American14
 300%
American Indian00
Asian1621
 31.3%
Hispanic2411
 54.2%
Pacific Islander00
White373409
 9.7%
Two or More Races1918
 5.3%


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Frequently Asked Questions about L D Batchelder

In the 2022-23 school year, 463 students attended L D Batchelder.

Yes! L D Batchelder is one of the best elementary schools in the state. It ranks 10th of 916 Massachusetts elementary schools.

Students at L D Batchelder are 88% White, 5% Asian, 4% Two or more races, 2% Hispanic.

Students who attend L D Batchelder usually go on to attend:

Middle : North Reading Middle
High : North Reading High


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