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#333 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 19% in state

Alden School

Elementary School · Duxbury

75 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA 02332

Enrollment

621

Student-Teacher

12.7:1

Score

8.0

Grades

3rd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#333 of 1,793

In Duxbury

#3 of 4

public schools

In district

#3 of 4

Duxbury

Equity

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Alden School

8.0/10

Elementary School in Duxbury · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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9.1/10

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About Alden School

Alden School is a public elementary school in Duxbury, MA, part of Duxbury. Alden School serves approximately 621 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Alden School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #333 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Alden School show 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 8.0 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.3
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.5Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-1.04 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency71% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency66% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+28.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+23.4 pts
Overall Proficiency69% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)59% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+9.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile84th
Resources & Environment8.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,775
Chronic Absenteeism7.9%

Alden School — Students at Alden School score 68% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 68.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 68.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.6% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 82 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
76%
ELA
76%
2011
Math
75%
ELA
81%
2012
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2013
Math
74%
ELA
76%
2014
Math
74%
ELA
78%
2015
Math
85%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
68%
ELA
68%
2017
Math
76%
ELA
74%
2018
Math
74.3%
ELA
73%
2019
Math
70.8%
ELA
71.8%
2020*
Math
50%
ELA
65%
2021*
Math
50%
ELA
64.5%
2022
Math
61.5%
ELA
58.5%
2023
Math
70.7%
ELA
65.7%
2024
Math
68%
ELA
63%
2025
Math
71%
ELA
66%

* 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: 7.5/10.

How Alden School Compares

See how Alden School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.0/10
82th percentile in MA
Academic
9.0/10
Excellent
Growth
7.5/10
Very Good
Environment
8.0/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
49 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
7.9%

Location

75 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA 02332

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Alden School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Nathaniel Morton Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby Plymouth), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Eames Way School (rated 7.2/10, 6.5 miles away, in nearby Marshfield), with a comparable rating. Additionally, South River (rated 7.1/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Marshfield), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Duxbury, see our Duxbury schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Duxbury High Duxbury 0.1 mi 9.1
Duxbury Middle Duxbury 0.2 mi 8.1
Gov Edward Winslow Marshfield 1.8 mi 5.7
Daniel Webster Marshfield 3.6 mi 4.3
BAY FARM MONTESSORI ACADEMY Duxbury 3.2 mi 6.0
Chandler Elementary Duxbury 2.9 mi 6.6
ELEMENTS MONTESSORI Duxbury 3.1 mi
South River Marshfield 3.8 mi 7.1
Kingston Elementary Kingston 4.6 mi 3.9
Hedge Plymouth 5.0 mi 5.9
Kingston Intermediate Kingston 4.8 mi 5.5
Furnace Brook Middle Marshfield 5.1 mi 6.2
Cold Spring Plymouth 5.7 mi 7.0
Marshfield High Marshfield 5.3 mi 6.9
Martinson Elementary Marshfield 5.4 mi 4.8
Rising Tide Charter Public School Plymouth 6.2 mi 8.4
Nathaniel Morton Elementary Plymouth 6.4 mi 8.3
Eames Way School Marshfield 6.5 mi 7.2
Map Academy Charter School Plymouth 6.9 mi 4.3
Silver Lake Regional Middle School Kingston 5.6 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02332 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$171,471

Median Home Value

$826,300

Median Rent

$1,644/mo

Population

16,110

College Educated

73.5%

Homeownership

90%

Avg Commute

34.2 min

Poverty Rate

5.1%

Median Age

47.7

Similar Schools

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Acushnet Elementary School Acushnet, MA 8.0
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Cottage Street Sharon, MA 8.0
Egremont Pittsfield, MA 8.0
Hopkins Elementary School Hopkinton, MA 8.0
Lt Job Lane School Bedford, MA 8.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Alden School

What grades does Alden School serve?

Alden School serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.

How many students attend Alden School?

Alden School has an enrollment of approximately 621 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Alden School?

The student-teacher ratio at Alden School is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Alden School rank in MA?

Alden School ranks #333 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Alden School's MySchoolScout rating?

Alden School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Alden School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Alden School has 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Alden School a charter school?

No, Alden School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Alden School a Title I school?

No, Alden School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
38 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
621
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
49
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Plymouth County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
7.9%

District

Duxbury
District Enrollment
2,755
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,775
District Rank
#3 of 4

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