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Clara Barton

Elementary School · Oxford

25 Depot Road, Oxford, MA 01540

Enrollment

321

Student-Teacher

14:1

Score

5.9

Grades

3rd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,035 of 1,793

In Oxford

#1 of 4

public schools

In district

#1 of 4

Oxford

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Clara Barton

5.9/10

Elementary School in Oxford · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Oxford Middle

4.3/10

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5.9/10

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About Clara Barton

Clara Barton is a public elementary school in Oxford, MA, part of Oxford. Clara Barton serves approximately 321 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Clara Barton has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,035 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Clara Barton show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.3 pts above district
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • District avg 5.6
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.9Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-1.35 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.6Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency32.7% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency34% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-9.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-8.6 pts
Overall Proficiency33% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-14.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile27th
Resources & Environment5.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,964
Chronic Absenteeism10.6%

Clara Barton — Students at Clara Barton score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 39.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.4% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 42.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.8% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 64 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
47%
ELA
57%
2010
Math
43%
ELA
47%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2012
Math
61%
ELA
51%
2013
Math
48%
ELA
51%
2014
Math
53%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
55%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
49%
2017
Math
39%
ELA
45%
2018
Math
36.7%
ELA
44%
2019
Math
35.7%
ELA
45%
2020*
Math
33%
ELA
49%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
47.3%
2022
Math
37.3%
ELA
34.7%
2023
Math
39%
ELA
31.5%
2024
Math
32.3%
ELA
26.7%
2025
Math
32.7%
ELA
34%

* 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: 6.9/10.

How Clara Barton Compares

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

Overall Score
5.9/10
42th percentile in MA
Academic
4.6/10
Below Average
Growth
6.9/10
Average
Environment
5.5/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.6%

Location

25 Depot Road, Oxford, MA 01540

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Clara Barton may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Heard Street (rated 6.3/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby Worcester), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Gates Lane (rated 6.3/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby Worcester), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, OUR LADY OF THE ANGELS MEMORIAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.8/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Worcester), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Oxford, see our Oxford schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Oxford Middle Oxford 1.0 mi 4.3
Oxford High Oxford 1.0 mi 5.9
Auburn Middle Auburn 2.2 mi 5.6
Alfred M Chaffee Oxford 3.0 mi 5.2
MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S HOUSE OF AUBURN Auburn 3.8 mi
Bryn Mawr Auburn 3.9 mi 4.5
Swanson Road Intermediate School Auburn 4.0 mi 4.6
Auburn Senior High Auburn 4.2 mi 5.7
Heritage School Charlton 3.8 mi 3.9
Charlton Middle School Charlton 3.9 mi 4.6
Heard Street Worcester 5.6 mi 6.3
Bay Path Regional Vocational Technical High School Charlton 4.7 mi 7.8
Pakachoag School Auburn 5.7 mi 4.4
Sullivan Middle Worcester 6.4 mi 8.5
South High Community Worcester 6.4 mi 7.3
Gates Lane Worcester 6.4 mi 6.3
Dudley Elementary Dudley 6.6 mi 5.4
Sutton Early Learning Sutton 5.0 mi 5.3
OUR LADY OF THE ANGELS MEMORIAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Worcester 6.6 mi 5.8
Sutton Elementary Sutton 5.0 mi 5.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01540 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$118,389

Median Home Value

$346,000

Median Rent

$1,135/mo

Population

11,521

College Educated

26.8%

Homeownership

83.6%

Avg Commute

30.8 min

Poverty Rate

4.3%

Median Age

43.1

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Alice B Beal Elementary Springfield, MA 5.9
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Essex Elementary Essex, MA 5.9
Hedge Plymouth, MA 5.9
Rita E. Miller Elementary School Westford, MA 5.9
ST BERNADETTE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Northborough, MA 5.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Clara Barton

What grades does Clara Barton serve?

Clara Barton serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.

How many students attend Clara Barton?

Clara Barton has an enrollment of approximately 321 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Clara Barton?

The student-teacher ratio at Clara Barton is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Clara Barton rank in MA?

Clara Barton ranks #1,035 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Clara Barton's MySchoolScout rating?

Clara Barton has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Clara Barton?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Clara Barton has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Clara Barton a charter school?

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

Is Clara Barton a Title I school?

No, Clara Barton is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
15 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
18 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
321
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Worcester County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.6%

District

Oxford
District Enrollment
1,493
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,964
District Rank
#1 of 4

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