Below Average
#1615 of 1,793 schools in MA
Charlton Street
Elementary School · Southbridge
220 Charlton Street, Southbridge, MA 01550
Enrollment
283
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
283
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,615 of 1,793
In Southbridge
#6 of 6
public schools
In district
#6 of 6
Southbridge
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Charlton Street
Elementary School in Southbridge · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Charlton Street
Charlton Street is a public elementary school in Southbridge, MA, part of Southbridge. Charlton Street serves approximately 283 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Charlton Street has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,615 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Charlton Street show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- District avg 5.4
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Charlton Street — Students at Charlton Street score 3% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 82 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 4.4/10.
How Charlton Street Compares
See how Charlton Street performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
220 Charlton Street, Southbridge, MA 01550
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Charlton Street may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Eastford Road (rated 6.8/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Holland Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 7.1 miles away, in nearby Holland), which scores notably higher. Additionally, TRINITY CATHOLIC ACADEMY (rated 6.1/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Southbridge, see our Southbridge schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TRINITY CATHOLIC ACADEMY Southbridge | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Southbridge Middle School Southbridge | 0.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Southbridge High School Southbridge | 0.9 mi | 4.5 |
| Southbridge Academy Southbridge | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Eastford Road Southbridge | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| VIEWPOINT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Southbridge | 1.4 mi | 4.7 |
| West Street Southbridge | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Charlton Elementary Charlton | 4.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Burgess Elementary Sturbridge | 4.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Old Sturbridge Academy Charter Public School Sturbridge | 4.4 mi | 3.8 |
| Bay Path Regional Vocational Technical High School Charlton | 4.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Charlton Middle School Charlton | 5.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Heritage School Charlton | 5.5 mi | 3.9 |
| Shepherd Hill Regional High Dudley | 5.7 mi | 4.8 |
| Dudley Middle School Dudley | 5.9 mi | 4.1 |
| Mason Road School Dudley | 6.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Tantasqua Regional Jr High Fiskdale | 7.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Tantasqua Regional Sr High Fiskdale | 7.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Tantasqua Regional Vocational Fiskdale | 7.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Holland Elementary Holland | 7.1 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01550 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,397
Median Home Value
$267,000
Median Rent
$1,157/mo
Population
17,806
College Educated
17.7%
Homeownership
44.3%
Avg Commute
27.2 min
Poverty Rate
16.2%
Median Age
40.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Beethoven Elementary School West Roxbury, MA | 4.1 |
| Greylock North Adams, MA | 4.1 |
| Highland Westfield, MA | 4.1 |
| Joseph H Gibbons Stoughton, MA | 4.1 |
| Merrill Elementary School Raynham, MA | 4.1 |
| Morningside Community School Pittsfield, MA | 4.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Charlton Street
What grades does Charlton Street serve?
Charlton Street serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Charlton Street?
Charlton Street has an enrollment of approximately 283 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Charlton Street?
The student-teacher ratio at Charlton Street is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Charlton Street rank in MA?
Charlton Street ranks #1,615 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Charlton Street's MySchoolScout rating?
Charlton Street has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Charlton Street?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Charlton Street has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Charlton Street a charter school?
No, Charlton Street is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Charlton Street a Title I school?
No, Charlton Street is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 283
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Worcester County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.0%
- Phone
- (508) 764-5475
Resources & Links
District
Southbridge- District Enrollment
- 1,885
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,619
- District Rank
- #6 of 6
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