Balch Elementary School

Balch Elementary School in Norwood, MA insures all students receive a high level of education.

The Balch Elementary School was constructed in 1867 and named after Reverend Thomas Balch.

Both inclusive and diverse, the Balch Elementary School in South Norwood fosters belonging.

The Thomas Balch Elementary School offers quality education to students from a dedicated staff.

Balch Elementary School

Public Elementary School | Grade 1-5

1170 Washington St, Norwood, MA

South Norwood Neighborhood

Norwood Public Schools

309 Students

B-

Niche Grade

GreatSchools Rating

School Details

Head of School
Diane Ferreira

Student Teacher Ratio
10:1

Math Proficiency
26%

Reading Proficiency
29%

C+

Academics

A-

Teachers

Source: Niche

Niche Grade Details

Academics

Reading Proficiency

29%

Math Proficiency

26%

Teachers

Student Teacher Ratio 10:1 Teachers 29	Full Time Teachers 29
Teachers in First or Second Year 11.5%

Test Scores

Equity

Source: GreatSchools

GreatSchools Rating Details

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor

294:1

Student Diversity

Male 50%	Female 50%
White 41.3%	Hispanic 40.4%
Black 7.4%	Asian 7%
Two or more races 2.6%	Native American <1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander <1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

5.0 parent

12/12/2019

My son has been there 2 years and we love it.

2.0 parent

6/8/2016

The disconnect between parents and the school is a wide gap that appears to be purposely kept that way. Examples-My son had NO room parent in his class, parents were not encouraged to attend the school counsel meetings, and most importantly we were left in the dark as to what we should be doing at h...

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Massachusetts Norfolk County Norwood 02062 South Norwood

Balch Elementary School is a public school for students in grades 1-5 in Norwood, MA and is served by the Norwood Public Schools in Massachusetts. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 309 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 10:1. Academic records show that 26% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 29% are proficient in reading. Balch Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B- and a GreatSchools Rating of 5 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $804,585. Discover additional schools in the area, like Norwood High School, Westwood High School, Walpole High School, and more. Learn more about what Norwood has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Balch Elementary School.

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