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#448 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 25% in state

Calvin Coolidge School

Elementary School · Shrewsbury

1 Florence Street, Shrewsbury, MA 01545

Enrollment

288

Student-Teacher

12.5:1

Score

7.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#448 of 1,793

In Shrewsbury

#3 of 9

public schools

In district

#3 of 9

Shrewsbury

Equity

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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Calvin Coolidge School

7.6/10

Elementary School in Shrewsbury · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Calvin Coolidge School

Calvin Coolidge School is a public elementary school in Shrewsbury, MA, part of Shrewsbury. Calvin Coolidge School serves approximately 288 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Calvin Coolidge School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #448 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Calvin Coolidge School show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.9 pts above district
  • This school 7.6 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.7
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.1Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-0.77 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics8.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency65% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency56.5% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+22.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+13.9 pts
Overall Proficiency61% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)56% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+4.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile75th
Resources & Environment5.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,868
Chronic Absenteeism17%

Calvin Coolidge School — Students at Calvin Coolidge School score 61% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 67.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.8% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 65.5% (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

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2015
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
62.3%
ELA
67.3%
2019
Math
69%
ELA
66%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
51.3%
ELA
64.3%
2022
Math
70.7%
ELA
62%
2023
Math
68.5%
ELA
56.5%
2024
Math
68%
ELA
49.5%
2025
Math
65%
ELA
56.5%

* 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: 8.1/10.

How Calvin Coolidge School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.6/10
75th percentile in MA
Academic
8.3/10
Excellent
Growth
8.1/10
Excellent
Environment
5.5/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.0%

Location

1 Florence Street, Shrewsbury, MA 01545

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Calvin Coolidge School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lake View (rated 8.2/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Worcester), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Major Howard W. Beal School (rated 8.0/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, SHREWSBURY MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Shrewsbury, see our Shrewsbury schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Lake View Worcester 0.6 mi 8.2
Parker Road Preschool Shrewsbury 1.0 mi 4.3
North High Worcester 1.0 mi 4.4
SHREWSBURY CHILDREN'S CENTER Shrewsbury 1.3 mi
Roosevelt Worcester 1.6 mi 4.9
SHREWSBURY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Shrewsbury 1.5 mi 7.7
Major Howard W. Beal School Shrewsbury 1.4 mi 8.0
Oak Middle School Shrewsbury 1.6 mi 7.6
Sherwood Middle School Shrewsbury 1.8 mi 6.0
Worcester Technical High Worcester 1.7 mi 5.9
Rice Square Worcester 1.9 mi 5.2
Lincoln Street Worcester 2.3 mi 6.5
Worcester East Middle Worcester 2.0 mi 5.7
Shrewsbury High School Shrewsbury 2.6 mi 7.9
Grafton Street Worcester 2.1 mi 5.2
Belmont Street Community Worcester 2.1 mi 6.4
City View Worcester 2.1 mi 4.6
ST PAUL DIOCESAN JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL Worcester 2.4 mi 5.6
VENERINI ACADEMY Worcester 2.2 mi 5.6
WORCESTER ACADEMY Worcester 2.3 mi 7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01545 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$136,225

Median Home Value

$555,500

Median Rent

$2,046/mo

Population

38,440

College Educated

65.6%

Homeownership

72.1%

Avg Commute

30.4 min

Poverty Rate

3.8%

Median Age

40.5

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Memorial Burlington, MA 7.6
River Valley Charter School Newburyport, MA 7.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Calvin Coolidge School

What grades does Calvin Coolidge School serve?

Calvin Coolidge School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.

How many students attend Calvin Coolidge School?

Calvin Coolidge School has an enrollment of approximately 288 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Calvin Coolidge School?

The student-teacher ratio at Calvin Coolidge School is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Calvin Coolidge School rank in MA?

Calvin Coolidge School ranks #448 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Calvin Coolidge School's MySchoolScout rating?

Calvin Coolidge School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Calvin Coolidge School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Calvin Coolidge School has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Calvin Coolidge School a charter school?

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

Is Calvin Coolidge School a Title I school?

No, Calvin Coolidge School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
50 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
288
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Worcester County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.0%

District

Shrewsbury
District Enrollment
5,921
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,868
District Rank
#3 of 9

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