RALPH WHEELOCK SCHOOL

Ralph Wheelock School is a public elementary school that is part of the Medfield school district, located in Medfield, MA with about 378 students offering grade levels from 2nd Grade to 3rd Grade. With about 25 teachers, Ralph Wheelock School has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

The Ralph Wheelock School, located at 17 Elm Street in Medfield, Massachusetts, is a public elementary school serving students in grades 3 through 5. As a core component of the Medfield Public Schools district, the institution is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment that emphasizes both academic excellence and the social-emotional development of its students. The school is known for its commitment to a well-rounded curriculum, encouraging students to develop critical thinking skills, creativity, and a sense of community responsibility as they transition from their primary schooling into middle school.

Beyond its academic programs, the Ralph Wheelock School places a strong focus on collaboration between educators, families, and the surrounding Medfield community. By utilizing a wide range of instructional resources and providing diverse extracurricular opportunities, the school aims to meet the individual needs of its learners while maintaining high educational standards. For more information regarding school policies, curriculum updates, and district news, families and community members are encouraged to visit their official website at http://medfield.net.

For more information, contact Ralph Wheelock School at (508) 359-6316 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

17 Elm Street
Medfield, MA 02052-2832
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RALPH WHEELOCK SCHOOL is a public school in Medfield, MA with about 378 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Massachusetts

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Medfield
Total Students:
378
Teachers:
25.65
NSLP Status:1
Missing
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
2nd Grade
3rd Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 378 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending RALPH WHEELOCK SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 86% of the student body.

White
86.2%
Hispanic/Latino
5.0%
Asian
3.7%
Two or more races
2.4%
Black or African American
1.9%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.8%

Female
46.0%
Male
54.0%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.