WALNUT SQUARE

Walnut Square is a public elementary school that is part of the Haverhill school district, located in Haverhill, MA with about 140 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 2nd Grade. With about 8 teachers, Walnut Square has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Walnut Square School, located at 645 Main Street in Haverhill, Massachusetts, serves as a foundational early childhood education center within the Haverhill Public Schools district. The school is dedicated to providing a nurturing and structured environment specifically designed for its youngest learners, typically housing students in preschool and kindergarten programs. By focusing on these critical formative years, the school emphasizes the development of essential social-emotional skills, early literacy, and foundational numeracy in a setting tailored to meet the unique needs of developing children.

As part of the broader Haverhill community, Walnut Square is committed to fostering a supportive partnership between educators, students, and families. The school utilizes a curriculum aligned with state standards to ensure that students transition successfully into the elementary grades. Through a combination of play-based learning and early academic instruction, Walnut Square aims to cultivate a lifelong love of learning and a sense of curiosity, serving as a primary stepping stone in the educational journey of Haverhill’s youngest residents.

For more information, contact Walnut Square at (978) 374-3471 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.