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#1166 of 1,793 schools in MA
Athol Community Elementary School
Elementary School · Athol-Royalston
1064 Pleasant Street, Athol, MA 01331
Enrollment
571
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
571
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,166 of 1,793
In Athol
#1 of 3
public schools
In district
#1 of 4
Athol-Royalston
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Athol Community Elementary School
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About Athol Community Elementary School
Athol Community Elementary School is a public elementary school in Athol, MA, part of Athol-Royalston. Athol Community Elementary School serves approximately 571 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Athol Community Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,166 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Athol Community Elementary School show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 4.5
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Athol Community Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Athol Community Elementary School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Athol Community Elementary School — Students at Athol Community Elementary School score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 56 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 6.9/10.
How Athol Community Elementary School Compares
See how Athol Community Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1064 Pleasant Street, Athol, MA 01331
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Athol Community Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Petersham Center (rated 8.4/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby Petersham), which scores notably higher. Another option is Toy Town Elementary (rated 6.1/10, 11.1 miles away, in nearby Winchendon), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Fisher Hill School (rated 6.0/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Orange), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Athol, see our Athol schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Athol-Royalston Middle School Athol | 0.2 mi | 3.8 |
| Athol High Athol | 0.6 mi | 4.2 |
| THE VILLAGE SCHOOL Royalston | 5.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Ralph C Mahar Regional Orange | 4.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Petersham Center Petersham | 6.4 mi | 8.4 |
| PETERSHAM MONTESSORI SCHOOLS Petersham | 6.5 mi | — |
| Fisher Hill School Orange | 5.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Royalston Community School Royalston | 7.8 mi | 3.5 |
| Narragansett Regional High Baldwinville | 7.0 mi | 4.3 |
| Narragansett Middle Baldwinville | 7.0 mi | 3.5 |
| Templeton Elementary School Templeton | 7.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Swift River New Salem | 8.4 mi | 3.9 |
| IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY SCHOOL Richmond | 11.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Ruggles Lane Barre | 11.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Toy Town Elementary Winchendon | 11.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Murdock Academy for Success Winchendon | 11.1 mi | — |
| SEVEN HILLS/STETSON SCHOOL Barre | 12.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Quabbin Regional High School Barre | 13.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Quabbin Regional Middle School Barre | 13.1 mi | 4.1 |
| Dr. George S. Emerson Elementary School Fitzwilliam | 13.9 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01331 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,345
Median Home Value
$257,300
Median Rent
$1,041/mo
Population
13,865
College Educated
20.6%
Homeownership
74.7%
Avg Commute
27.7 min
Poverty Rate
13.2%
Median Age
42.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Brookfield Brockton, MA | 5.5 |
| Edgartown Elementary Edgartown, MA | 5.5 |
| Gordon W. Mitchell School East Bridgewater, MA | 5.5 |
| Kingston Intermediate Kingston, MA | 5.5 |
| Letourneau Elementary School Fall River, MA | 5.5 |
| Mario Umana Academy East Boston, MA | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Athol Community Elementary School
What grades does Athol Community Elementary School serve?
Athol Community Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Athol Community Elementary School?
Athol Community Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 571 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Athol Community Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Athol Community Elementary School is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Athol Community Elementary School rank in MA?
Athol Community Elementary School ranks #1,166 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Athol Community Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Athol Community Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Athol Community Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Athol Community Elementary School has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Athol Community Elementary School a charter school?
No, Athol Community Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Athol Community Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Athol Community Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 571
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Worcester County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.1%
- Phone
- (978) 249-2406
Resources & Links
District
Athol-Royalston- District Enrollment
- 1,596
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,735
- District Rank
- #1 of 4
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