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Clarksburg Elementary

Elementary School · Clarksburg

777 West Cross Road, Clarksburg, MA 01247

Enrollment

208

Student-Teacher

13:1

Score

4.8

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

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#1,390 of 1,793

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Clarksburg Elementary

4.8/10

Elementary School in Clarksburg · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Clarksburg Elementary

Clarksburg Elementary is a public elementary school in Clarksburg, MA, part of Clarksburg. Clarksburg Elementary serves approximately 208 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Clarksburg Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,390 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Clarksburg Elementary show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.5 pts below MA schools
  • This school 4.8 · Below Average
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.6Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-1.93 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics3.2Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency19% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency23.3% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-23.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-19.3 pts
Overall Proficiency21% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-15.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile14th
Resources & Environment5.4Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,926
Chronic Absenteeism11.5%

Clarksburg Elementary — Students at Clarksburg Elementary score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 30.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.4% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 41.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.5% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 130 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
62%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
47%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
30.6%
ELA
45.1%
2019
Math
26.9%
ELA
45.6%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
21.6%
ELA
46.4%
2022
Math
26.9%
ELA
38.9%
2023
Math
33.8%
ELA
38.7%
2024
Math
26.7%
ELA
24.7%
2025
Math
19%
ELA
23.3%

* 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: 5.6/10.

How Clarksburg Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
4.8/10
23th percentile in MA
Academic
3.2/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
5.6/10
Average
Environment
5.4/10
Average

Funding & Resources

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

Location

777 West Cross Road, Clarksburg, MA 01247

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Clarksburg Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Colegrove Park Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby North Adams), which scores notably higher. Another option is Emma L Miller Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 11.7 miles away, in nearby Savoy), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PINE COBBLE SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Williamstown), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Clarksburg, see our Clarksburg schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 11.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Colegrove Park Elementary North Adams 1.3 mi 7.8
Brayton North Adams 2.3 mi 4.5
Drury High North Adams 3.4 mi 4.6
Stamford Elementary School Stramford 3.1 mi 4.3
Charles McCann Vocational Technical North Adams 3.7 mi 5.0
Greylock North Adams 3.0 mi 4.1
Abbott Memorial Florida 3.8 mi 6.2
Williamstown Elementary Williamstown 4.8 mi 6.1
ST STANISLAUS KOSTKA SCHOOL Adams 6.5 mi 4.6
Berkshire Arts and Technology Charter Public School Adams 6.9 mi 5.8
Hoosac Valley Elementary School Adams 6.9 mi 2.9
PINE COBBLE SCHOOL Williamstown 5.5 mi 7.5
BUXTON SCHOOL Williamstown 5.6 mi 6.8
Hoosac Valley High School Cheshire 8.6 mi 3.3
Hoosac Valley Middle School Cheshire 8.6 mi 5.1
Pownal Elementary School Pownal 8.1 mi 5.8
Mt Greylock Regional High Williamstown 7.7 mi 7.4
Readsboro Elementary School Readsboro 9.1 mi 3.9
Woodford Hollow School Bennington 12.3 mi
Emma L Miller Elementary School Savoy 11.7 mi 7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01247 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$55,544

Median Home Value

$190,600

Median Rent

$786/mo

Population

14,967

College Educated

26.7%

Homeownership

58.1%

Avg Commute

18.3 min

Poverty Rate

15.6%

Median Age

44.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Clarksburg Elementary

What grades does Clarksburg Elementary serve?

Clarksburg Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Clarksburg Elementary?

Clarksburg Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 208 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Clarksburg Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Clarksburg Elementary is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Clarksburg Elementary rank in MA?

Clarksburg Elementary ranks #1,390 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Clarksburg Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Clarksburg Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Clarksburg Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Clarksburg Elementary has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Clarksburg Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Clarksburg Elementary a Title I school?

No, Clarksburg Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
17 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
208
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers (FTE)
16
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Berkshire County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.5%

District

Clarksburg
District Enrollment
208
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,926
District Rank
#1 of 1

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