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#784 of 1,793 schools in MA

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Beatrice H Wood Elementary

Elementary School · Plainville

72 Messenger Street, Plainville, MA 02762

Enrollment

314

Student-Teacher

13.1:1

Score

6.6

Grades

3rd – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#784 of 1,793

In Plainville

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#2 of 2

Plainville

Equity

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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6.6/10

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About Beatrice H Wood Elementary

Beatrice H Wood Elementary is a public elementary school in Plainville, MA, part of Plainville. Beatrice H Wood Elementary serves approximately 314 students, and covers grades 3rd-6th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Beatrice H Wood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #784 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Beatrice H Wood Elementary show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.1 pts below district
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • District avg 7.7
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.1Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-1.25 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.7Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency51.5% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency44.8% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+9.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+2.1 pts
Overall Proficiency48% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)53% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-4.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile52th
Resources & Environment5.4Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,981
Chronic Absenteeism17.2%

Beatrice H Wood Elementary — Students at Beatrice H Wood Elementary score 48% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 53.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.1% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 54.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.7% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 96 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
61%
ELA
69%
2010
Math
60%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
70%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
71%
2013
Math
68%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
63%
ELA
71%
2015
Math
63%
ELA
74%
2016
Math
51%
ELA
54%
2017
Math
53%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
53.4%
ELA
55.8%
2019
Math
57.4%
ELA
51%
2020*
Math
43%
ELA
59%
2021*
Math
43.2%
ELA
59.2%
2022
Math
53.8%
ELA
50.4%
2023
Math
52.8%
ELA
48.8%
2024
Math
49.3%
ELA
39%
2025
Math
51.5%
ELA
44.8%

* 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: 7.1/10.

How Beatrice H Wood Elementary Compares

See how Beatrice H Wood Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.6/10
56th percentile in MA
Academic
6.7/10
Average
Growth
7.1/10
Very Good
Environment
5.4/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.2%

Location

72 Messenger Street, Plainville, MA 02762

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Beatrice H Wood Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Anna Ware Jackson (rated 8.8/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Charles Taylor Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Foxborough), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Delaney (rated 8.5/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Wrentham), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Plainville, see our Plainville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Anna Ware Jackson Plainville 0.1 mi 8.8
DISCOVERY DAYCARE CENTER Plainville 0.5 mi
Joseph W Martin Jr Elementary North Attleborough 1.2 mi 3.4
North Attleborough Middle North Attleborough 2.2 mi 6.0
North Attleboro High North Attleborough 2.2 mi 5.3
North Attleborough Early Learning Center North Attleborough 2.2 mi 3.5
Falls North Attleborough 2.9 mi 5.5
LITTLE BLESSINGS PRESCHOOL Attleboro 3.0 mi
ST MARY-SACRED HEART SCHOOL North Attleboro 2.8 mi 5.1
Community North Attleborough 2.9 mi 6.2
BISHOP FEEHAN Attleboro 3.4 mi 4.4
Roosevelt Avenue North Attleborough 3.2 mi 5.0
Delaney Wrentham 3.6 mi 8.5
Charles E Roderick Wrentham 3.6 mi 7.4
Amvet Boulevard North Attleborough 3.3 mi 3.2
Charles Taylor Elementary Foxborough 3.4 mi 8.8
Foxborough High Foxborough 3.9 mi 6.6
King Philip Regional High Wrentham 4.4 mi 6.9
Thomas Willett Elementary School Attleboro 4.7 mi 4.6
ST JOHN THE EVANGELIST SCHOOL Attleboro 4.7 mi 4.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02762 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$95,625

Median Home Value

$461,200

Median Rent

$1,901/mo

Population

9,872

College Educated

42.7%

Homeownership

64.5%

Avg Commute

28.7 min

Poverty Rate

8.2%

Median Age

43.6

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Douglas Primary School Douglas, MA 6.6
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Highlands Braintree, MA 6.6
Lilja Elementary Natick, MA 6.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Beatrice H Wood Elementary

What grades does Beatrice H Wood Elementary serve?

Beatrice H Wood Elementary serves students in grades 3rd through 6th.

How many students attend Beatrice H Wood Elementary?

Beatrice H Wood Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 314 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Beatrice H Wood Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Beatrice H Wood Elementary is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Beatrice H Wood Elementary rank in MA?

Beatrice H Wood Elementary ranks #784 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Beatrice H Wood Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Beatrice H Wood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Beatrice H Wood Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Beatrice H Wood Elementary has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Beatrice H Wood Elementary a charter school?

No, Beatrice H Wood Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Beatrice H Wood Elementary a Title I school?

No, Beatrice H Wood Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
47 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 6th
Enrollment
314
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Norfolk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.2%

District

Plainville
District Enrollment
635
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,981
District Rank
#2 of 2

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