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Charles Jaworek School

Elementary School · Marlborough

444 Hosmer Street, Marlborough, MA 01752

Enrollment

655

Student-Teacher

12.4:1

Score

3.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,662 of 1,793

In Marlborough

#6 of 9

public schools

In district

#4 of 7

Marlborough

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Charles Jaworek School

3.8/10

Elementary School in Marlborough · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.0/10

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About Charles Jaworek School

Charles Jaworek School is a public elementary school in Marlborough, MA, part of Marlborough. Charles Jaworek School serves approximately 655 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Charles Jaworek School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,662 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Charles Jaworek School show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts below district
  • This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.8
  • MA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

31% of students at Charles Jaworek School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.2Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-3.11 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.7Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency28.3% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency30% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-13.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-12.6 pts
Overall Proficiency29% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-8.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile29th
Resources & Environment4.0Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,301
Chronic Absenteeism31.3%

Charles Jaworek School — Students at Charles Jaworek School score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 38.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.5% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 40.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.7% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 76 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
67%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
62%
2011
Math
48%
ELA
54%
2012
Math
53%
ELA
48%
2013
Math
71%
ELA
56%
2014
Math
65%
ELA
55%
2015
Math
65%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
43%
ELA
40%
2017
Math
46%
ELA
39%
2018
Math
47.3%
ELA
42.3%
2019
Math
50%
ELA
54.7%
2020*
Math
19%
ELA
40%
2021*
Math
18.3%
ELA
38.3%
2022
Math
28.8%
ELA
29.3%
2023
Math
28.7%
ELA
31%
2024
Math
25%
ELA
29.3%
2025
Math
28.3%
ELA
30%

* 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: 3.2/10.

How Charles Jaworek School Compares

See how Charles Jaworek School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.8/10
7th percentile in MA
Academic
4.7/10
Below Average
Growth
3.2/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
4.0/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
53 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
31.3%

Location

444 Hosmer Street, Marlborough, MA 01752

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Charles Jaworek School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Albert S. Woodward Memorial School (rated 8.2/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Southborough), which scores notably higher. Another option is Goodnow Brothers Elementary School (rated 7.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Francis J Kane (rated 6.0/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Marlborough, see our Marlborough schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Marlborough High Marlborough 0.6 mi 6.0
Goodnow Brothers Elementary School Marlborough 0.8 mi 7.1
1 LT Charles W. Whitcomb School Marlborough 1.0 mi 3.8
Early Childhood Center Marlborough 1.4 mi 3.3
THE COTTAGE CHILDRENS CENTER Marlborough 1.4 mi
Forest Avenue Elementary Hudson 1.7 mi 5.6
Francis J Kane Marlborough 1.7 mi 6.0
GLENHAVEN ACADEMY Marlborough 2.0 mi 7.0
Mulready Elementary Hudson 2.2 mi 5.8
Assabet Valley Vocational High School Marlborough 1.7 mi 6.6
MEADOWBROOK CHILD GARDEN Marlborough 2.1 mi
DARNELL SCHOOL FOR EDUCATIONAL & BEHAVIORAL SERVIC Hudson 2.5 mi
David J. Quinn Middle School Hudson 2.9 mi 5.0
Hudson High Hudson 2.6 mi 5.7
Richer Marlborough 3.0 mi 2.4
C A Farley Hudson 3.2 mi 5.1
Advanced Math and Science Academy Charter School Marlborough 3.2 mi 7.1
ST MARK'S SCHOOL Southborough 4.0 mi 8.2
FAY SCHOOL Southborough 4.3 mi 7.4
Albert S. Woodward Memorial School Southborough 4.3 mi 8.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01752 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$95,047

Median Home Value

$485,400

Median Rent

$1,721/mo

Population

41,398

College Educated

40.6%

Homeownership

56.2%

Avg Commute

29.4 min

Poverty Rate

9.2%

Median Age

37.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Charles Jaworek School

What grades does Charles Jaworek School serve?

Charles Jaworek School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Charles Jaworek School?

Charles Jaworek School has an enrollment of approximately 655 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Charles Jaworek School?

The student-teacher ratio at Charles Jaworek 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 Charles Jaworek School rank in MA?

Charles Jaworek School ranks #1,662 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Charles Jaworek School's MySchoolScout rating?

Charles Jaworek School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 Charles Jaworek School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Charles Jaworek School has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Charles Jaworek School a charter school?

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

Is Charles Jaworek School a Title I school?

No, Charles Jaworek School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
10 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
655
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
53
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
31.3%

District

Marlborough
District Enrollment
4,729
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,301
District Rank
#4 of 7

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