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#262 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 15% in state

Clinton Elementary

Elementary School · Clinton

100 Church Street, Clinton, MA 01510

Enrollment

837

Student-Teacher

12.7:1

Score

8.2

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#262 of 1,793

In Clinton

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#1 of 3

Clinton

Academic growth

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Clinton Elementary

8.2/10

Elementary School in Clinton · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Clinton Middle School

6.4/10

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Clinton Senior High

6.1/10

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About Clinton Elementary

Clinton Elementary is a public elementary school in Clinton, MA, part of Clinton. Clinton Elementary serves approximately 837 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Clinton Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #262 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Clinton Elementary show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.9 pts above MA schools
  • This school 8.2 · Excellent
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.5Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change+0.47 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics6.4Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency44.5% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency39.5% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+2.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-3.1 pts
Overall Proficiency42% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-2.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile49th
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,042
Chronic Absenteeism5.9%

Clinton Elementary — Students at Clinton Elementary score 42% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 39.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.4% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 36.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.0% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 54 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
57%
ELA
50%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
37%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
31%
ELA
38%
2019
Math
31.7%
ELA
34.7%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
22.3%
ELA
35.3%
2022
Math
34%
ELA
25%
2023
Math
35%
ELA
24%
2024
Math
41%
ELA
20%
2025
Math
44.5%
ELA
39.5%

* 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: 9.5/10.

How Clinton Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
8.2/10
85th percentile in MA
Academic
6.4/10
Average
Growth
9.5/10
Excellent
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
66 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
5.9%

Location

100 Church Street, Clinton, MA 01510

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Clinton Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Berlin Memorial School (rated 8.7/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Berlin), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Boylston Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Boylston), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Mary Rowlandson Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Lancaster), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Clinton, see our Clinton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Clinton Middle School Clinton 1.0 mi 6.4
Clinton Senior High Clinton 1.2 mi 6.1
SOUTH LANCASTER ACADEMY South Lancaster 2.0 mi 6.8
RFK DON WATSON ACADEMY Lancaster 2.1 mi
NASHOBA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Lancaster 2.7 mi
TRIVIUM SCHOOL Lancaster 3.0 mi 4.1
DOCTOR FRANKLIN PERKINS SCHOOL Lancaster 3.1 mi 8.1
Mary Rowlandson Elementary Lancaster 3.5 mi 7.8
Luther Burbank Middle School Lancaster 3.5 mi 5.8
Tahanto Regional High Boylston 3.6 mi 8.2
Nashoba Regional Bolton 3.5 mi 7.9
Berlin Memorial School Berlin 3.8 mi 8.7
Florence Sawyer School Bolton 4.1 mi 6.0
IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY SCHOOL Harvard 5.5 mi 6.1
Houghton Elementary Sterling 4.6 mi 5.8
Chocksett Middle School Sterling 4.7 mi 7.2
Marion E Zeh Northborough 6.8 mi 7.1
Robert E. Melican Middle School Northborough 6.9 mi 7.1
Boylston Elementary School Boylston 6.6 mi 8.7
HILLSIDE SCHOOL Marlborough 6.1 mi 8.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01510 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$93,849

Median Home Value

$348,000

Median Rent

$1,353/mo

Population

15,430

College Educated

35.1%

Homeownership

52.9%

Avg Commute

30.4 min

Poverty Rate

8.4%

Median Age

37

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Center Elementary Hanover, MA 8.2
Wareham Elementary School Wareham, MA 8.2
Edith C Baker Chestnut Hill, MA 8.1
Elmer S Bagnall Groveland, MA 8.1
Lyndon K-8 School West Roxbury, MA 8.1
Curley K-8 School Jamaica Plain, MA 8.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Clinton Elementary

What grades does Clinton Elementary serve?

Clinton Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Clinton Elementary?

Clinton Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 837 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Clinton Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Clinton Elementary is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Clinton Elementary rank in MA?

Clinton Elementary ranks #262 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Clinton Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Clinton Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Clinton Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Clinton Elementary has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Clinton Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Clinton Elementary a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
85 Very Walkable
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
837
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
66
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Worcester County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
5.9%

District

Clinton
District Enrollment
1,989
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,042
District Rank
#1 of 3

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