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C a Farley

Elementary School · Hudson

119 Cottage Street, Hudson, MA 01749

Enrollment

442

Student-Teacher

10:1

Score

5.1

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,306 of 1,793

In Hudson

#4 of 5

public schools

In district

#4 of 5

Hudson

School environment

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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C a Farley

5.1/10

Elementary School in Hudson · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About C a Farley

C a Farley is a public elementary school in Hudson, MA, part of Hudson. C a Farley serves approximately 442 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. C a Farley has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,306 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for C a Farley show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.4 pts below district
  • This school 5.1 · Average
  • District avg 5.5
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.5Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-2.9 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.4Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency32% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-10.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+4.4 pts
Overall Proficiency40% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-10.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile36th
Resources & Environment8.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,699
Chronic Absenteeism17%

C a Farley — Students at C a Farley score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 37.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.8% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 46.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.6% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 56 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
51%
ELA
54%
2010
Math
48%
ELA
52%
2011
Math
49%
ELA
54%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
49%
2016
Math
49%
ELA
40%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
46.3%
ELA
55%
2019
Math
49.7%
ELA
48.7%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
51.3%
2022
Math
14.7%
ELA
32%
2023
Math
24.5%
ELA
36.5%
2024
Math
29%
ELA
32%
2025
Math
32%
ELA
47%

* 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: 3.5/10.

How C a Farley Compares

See how C a Farley performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.1/10
27th percentile in MA
Academic
5.4/10
Average
Growth
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.6/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
44 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.0%

Location

119 Cottage Street, Hudson, MA 01749

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering C a Farley may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Berlin Memorial School (rated 8.7/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Berlin), which scores notably higher. Another option is Goodnow Brothers Elementary School (rated 7.1/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Marlborough), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Florence Sawyer School (rated 6.0/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Bolton), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Hudson, see our Hudson schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.3 mi
School Distance Rating
DARNELL SCHOOL FOR EDUCATIONAL & BEHAVIORAL SERVIC Hudson 0.7 mi
David J. Quinn Middle School Hudson 0.6 mi 5.0
Hudson High Hudson 1.4 mi 5.7
Forest Avenue Elementary Hudson 1.7 mi 5.6
Assabet Valley Vocational High School Marlborough 2.2 mi 6.6
Mulready Elementary Hudson 1.8 mi 5.8
Florence Sawyer School Bolton 2.7 mi 6.0
Goodnow Brothers Elementary School Marlborough 2.9 mi 7.1
Marlborough High Marlborough 3.0 mi 6.0
THE COTTAGE CHILDRENS CENTER Marlborough 3.3 mi
1 LT Charles W. Whitcomb School Marlborough 3.3 mi 3.8
Charles Jaworek School Marlborough 3.2 mi 3.8
HILLSIDE SCHOOL Marlborough 3.7 mi 8.0
Early Childhood Center Marlborough 3.8 mi 3.3
Richer Marlborough 4.3 mi 2.4
Berlin Memorial School Berlin 3.5 mi 8.7
Advanced Math and Science Academy Charter School Marlborough 4.6 mi 7.1
GLENHAVEN ACADEMY Marlborough 4.7 mi 7.0
Nashoba Regional Bolton 4.5 mi 7.9
Center School Stow 4.3 mi 5.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01749 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$107,202

Median Home Value

$480,300

Median Rent

$1,416/mo

Population

19,959

College Educated

47.3%

Homeownership

74.5%

Avg Commute

28.4 min

Poverty Rate

4.7%

Median Age

43.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about C a Farley

What grades does C a Farley serve?

C a Farley serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend C a Farley?

C a Farley has an enrollment of approximately 442 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at C a Farley?

The student-teacher ratio at C a Farley is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does C a Farley rank in MA?

C a Farley ranks #1,306 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is C a Farley's MySchoolScout rating?

C a Farley has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 C a Farley?

Based on loaded state assessment records, C a Farley has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is C a Farley a charter school?

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

Is C a Farley a Title I school?

No, C a Farley is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
37 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
442
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
Teachers (FTE)
44
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.0%

District

Hudson
District Enrollment
2,340
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,699
District Rank
#4 of 5

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