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1 Lt Charles W. Whitcomb School
Middle School · Marlborough
25 Union Street, Marlborough, MA 01752
Enrollment
944
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
3.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
944
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
3.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,663 of 1,793
In Marlborough
#7 of 9
public schools
In district
#5 of 7
Marlborough
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1 Lt Charles W. Whitcomb School
Middle School in Marlborough · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About 1 Lt Charles W. Whitcomb School
1 Lt Charles W. Whitcomb School is a public middle school in Marlborough, MA, part of Marlborough. 1 Lt Charles W. Whitcomb School serves approximately 944 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. 1 Lt Charles W.
Whitcomb School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,663 of 1,793 schools in MA. Structured state assessment records for 1 Lt Charles W. Whitcomb School show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- MA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 9.7:1 students to teachers, 1 Lt Charles W. Whitcomb School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
36% of students at 1 Lt Charles W. Whitcomb School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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1 Lt Charles W. Whitcomb School — Students at 1 Lt Charles W. Whitcomb School score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 101 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.2/10.
How 1 Lt Charles W. Whitcomb School Compares
See how 1 Lt Charles W. Whitcomb School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
25 Union Street, Marlborough, MA 01752
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering 1 Lt Charles W. Whitcomb School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. ST MARK'S SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Southborough), which scores notably higher. Another option is Albert S. Woodward Memorial School (rated 8.2/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Southborough), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HILLSIDE SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Marlborough, see our Marlborough schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Goodnow Brothers Elementary School Marlborough | 0.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Marlborough High Marlborough | 0.4 mi | 6.0 |
| THE COTTAGE CHILDRENS CENTER Marlborough | 0.5 mi | — |
| Early Childhood Center Marlborough | 0.6 mi | 3.3 |
| Charles Jaworek School Marlborough | 1.0 mi | 3.8 |
| Assabet Valley Vocational High School Marlborough | 1.2 mi | 6.6 |
| GLENHAVEN ACADEMY Marlborough | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Francis J Kane Marlborough | 1.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Forest Avenue Elementary Hudson | 2.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Richer Marlborough | 2.0 mi | 2.4 |
| Advanced Math and Science Academy Charter School Marlborough | 2.2 mi | 7.1 |
| DARNELL SCHOOL FOR EDUCATIONAL & BEHAVIORAL SERVIC Hudson | 2.5 mi | — |
| Hudson High Hudson | 2.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Mulready Elementary Hudson | 2.8 mi | 5.8 |
| David J. Quinn Middle School Hudson | 3.2 mi | 5.0 |
| C A Farley Hudson | 3.3 mi | 5.1 |
| ST MARK'S SCHOOL Southborough | 3.5 mi | 8.2 |
| FAY SCHOOL Southborough | 3.7 mi | 7.4 |
| HILLSIDE SCHOOL Marlborough | 2.9 mi | 8.0 |
| Albert S. Woodward Memorial School Southborough | 3.9 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01752 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$95,047
Median Home Value
$485,400
Median Rent
$1,721/mo
Population
41,398
College Educated
40.6%
Homeownership
56.2%
Avg Commute
29.4 min
Poverty Rate
9.2%
Median Age
37.2
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|---|---|
| Thurgood Marshall Mid Lynn, MA | 3.8 |
| Susan B. Anthony Middle School Revere, MA | 4.0 |
| Barnstable Intermediate School Hyannis, MA | 3.5 |
| Plouffe Middle School Brockton, MA | 3.5 |
| Rumney Marsh Academy Revere, MA | 4.1 |
| Dr An Wang School Lowell, MA | 4.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about 1 Lt Charles W. Whitcomb School
What grades does 1 Lt Charles W. Whitcomb School serve?
1 Lt Charles W. Whitcomb School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend 1 Lt Charles W. Whitcomb School?
1 Lt Charles W. Whitcomb School has an enrollment of approximately 944 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at 1 Lt Charles W. Whitcomb School?
The student-teacher ratio at 1 Lt Charles W. Whitcomb School is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does 1 Lt Charles W. Whitcomb School rank in MA?
1 Lt Charles W. Whitcomb School ranks #1,663 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is 1 Lt Charles W. Whitcomb School's MySchoolScout rating?
1 Lt Charles W. Whitcomb School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at 1 Lt Charles W. Whitcomb School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, 1 Lt Charles W. Whitcomb School has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is 1 Lt Charles W. Whitcomb School a charter school?
No, 1 Lt Charles W. Whitcomb School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is 1 Lt Charles W. Whitcomb School a Title I school?
No, 1 Lt Charles W. Whitcomb School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 944
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 97
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.5%
- Phone
- (508) 460-3502
Resources & Links
District
Marlborough- District Enrollment
- 4,729
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,301
- District Rank
- #5 of 7
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