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#128 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 7% in state

Central

Elementary School · East Bridgewater

107 Central Street, East Bridgewater, MA 02333

Enrollment

515

Student-Teacher

12.6:1

Score

8.8

Grades

Pre-K – 2nd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#128 of 1,793

In East Bridgewater

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#1 of 3

East Bridgewater

Academic growth

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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Central

8.8/10

Elementary School in East Bridgewater · grades Pre-K – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

East Bridgewater Jr./sr. High School

5.0/10

0.2 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Gordon W. Mitchell School

5.5/10

0.6 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Central

Central is a public elementary school in East Bridgewater, MA, part of East Bridgewater. Central serves approximately 515 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Central has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #128 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Central show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2012) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2012).

How it compares1.7 pts above district
  • This school 8.8 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.2
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.9Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data4
Annual Change+2.25 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2012
TrendImproving
Academics8.8Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency67% (2012 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency62% (2012 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency65% (2012 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)54% (model expectation from 2012 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+10.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile82th
Resources & Environment6.0Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,143
Chronic Absenteeism11.5%

Central — Students at Central score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores MA EDFACTS (2011-12)

Math Proficiency 55.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2012)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 59.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2012)
School
State
N/A

Based on 8 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2009
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
62%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.9/10.

How Central Compares

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

Overall Score
8.8/10
93th percentile in MA
Academic
8.8/10
Excellent
Growth
9.9/10
Excellent
Environment
6.0/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.5%

Location

107 Central Street, East Bridgewater, MA 02333

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Central may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Louise A Conley (rated 7.8/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Whitman), a more accessible option. Another option is Downey (rated 5.9/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Brockton), a more accessible option. Additionally, Edgar B Davis (rated 5.6/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Brockton), a more accessible option. For more schools in East Bridgewater, see our East Bridgewater schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.0 mi
School Distance Rating
East Bridgewater JR./SR. High School East Bridgewater 0.2 mi 5.0
Gordon W. Mitchell School East Bridgewater 0.6 mi 5.5
HIGH ROAD SCHOOL OF MA East Bridgewater 1.7 mi
Whitman Middle Whitman 3.4 mi 4.5
Bridgewater Middle School Bridgewater 3.1 mi 5.0
Edgar B Davis Brockton 2.8 mi 5.6
Therapeutic Day School Bridgewater 3.2 mi
Williams Intermediate School Bridgewater 3.4 mi 3.0
Bridgewater-Raynham Regional Bridgewater 3.3 mi 4.9
Louise A Conley Whitman 3.7 mi 7.8
Howard School West Bridgewater 2.9 mi 5.4
PROMISE College and Career Academy Brockton 3.3 mi 5.2
Mitchell Elementary School Bridgewater 3.9 mi 2.6
New Heights Charter School of Brockton Brockton 3.1 mi 6.1
Spring Street School West Bridgewater 3.0 mi 4.3
Downey Brockton 3.8 mi 5.9
West Bridgewater Junior/Senior West Bridgewater 3.2 mi 6.4
Gilmore Elementary School Brockton 3.8 mi 4.1
Whitman Hanson Regional Whitman 4.0 mi 6.0
The Pre-School Academy at Whitman Hanson Whitman 4.0 mi 3.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02333 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$128,679

Median Home Value

$474,000

Median Rent

$1,566/mo

Population

14,420

College Educated

34.3%

Homeownership

83.2%

Avg Commute

34.5 min

Poverty Rate

4.1%

Median Age

40.5

Similar Schools

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School Rating
Anna Ware Jackson Plainville, MA 8.8
Bennett-Hemenway Natick, MA 8.8
Collicot Milton, MA 8.8
Deer Hill Cohasset, MA 8.8
Harrington Lexington, MA 8.8
Jefferson Elementary Franklin, MA 8.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Central

What grades does Central serve?

Central serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.

How many students attend Central?

Central has an enrollment of approximately 515 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Central?

The student-teacher ratio at Central is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Central rank in MA?

Central ranks #128 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Central's MySchoolScout rating?

Central has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 Central?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Central has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2012) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2012).

Is Central a charter school?

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

Is Central a Title I school?

No, Central is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
60 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
515
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Plymouth County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.5%

District

East Bridgewater
District Enrollment
2,008
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,143
District Rank
#1 of 3

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