Quincy

Quincy is a suburban school district in Norfolk County, Massachusetts, serving 9,734 students across 19 schools with 727 teachers, resulting in a student-teacher ratio of 13.1:1. The district's enrollment represents a moderately sized suburban system within the state context.

Academically, Quincy's performance aligns closely with state benchmarks. Math proficiency stands at 42.0% compared to the state average of 41.8%, while reading proficiency is 46.0% against a state average of 43.3%. The graduation rate matches the state average at 89.4%. Chronic absenteeism is present at 12.6%, a metric worth monitoring for potential impact on student outcomes.

The district serves a diverse student population with notable demographic complexity. Economically disadvantaged students comprise 46.5% of enrollment, English learners represent 16.7%, and 21.6% of students have identified disabilities. Racial and ethnic composition is diverse: 39.5% Asian, 35.2% White, 9.7% Black, and 9.5% Hispanic students.

Financially, Quincy operates with per-pupil spending of $21,835, approximately $1,172 below the state average of $23,007. This represents a 5.1% spending differential that may influence resource allocation across programs and services. The district's combination of above-average reading proficiency, state-level graduation rates, and significant socioeconomic and linguistic diversity suggests a system managing complex educational needs with limited per-pupil resources relative to state norms.