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#928 of 1,793 schools in MA

Community

Elementary School · North Attleborough

45 South Washington Street, North Attleborough, MA 02760

Enrollment

288

Student-Teacher

10.7:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#928 of 1,793

In North Attleborough

#1 of 8

public schools

In district

#1 of 8

North Attleborough

Academic growth

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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Community

6.2/10

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

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5.1/10

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5.0/10

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About Community

Community is a public elementary school in North Attleborough, MA, part of North Attleborough. Community serves approximately 288 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Community has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #928 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Community show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.5 pts above district
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • District avg 4.7
  • MA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

34% of students at Community 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 Progress8.6Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-0.46 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics4.5Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency33% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency34.7% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-7.9 pts
Overall Proficiency34% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)51% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-16.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile26th
Resources & Environment2.9Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,674
Chronic Absenteeism34%

Community — Students at Community score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 35.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 44.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.6% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 82 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
57%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
64%
ELA
68%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
34%
ELA
42.8%
2019
Math
32.8%
ELA
45%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
23.8%
ELA
42.8%
2022
Math
28.8%
ELA
30.8%
2023
Math
34%
ELA
39.3%
2024
Math
35.3%
ELA
40%
2025
Math
33%
ELA
34.7%

* 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: 8.6/10.

How Community Compares

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

Overall Score
6.2/10
48th percentile in MA
Academic
4.5/10
Below Average
Growth
8.6/10
Excellent
Environment
2.9/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
34.0%

Location

45 South Washington Street, North Attleborough, MA 02760

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Community may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Anna Ware Jackson (rated 8.8/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Plainville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Beatrice H Wood Elementary (rated 6.6/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Plainville), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Falls (rated 5.5/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in North Attleborough, see our North Attleborough schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.3 mi
School Distance Rating
ST MARY-SACRED HEART SCHOOL North Attleboro 0.2 mi 5.1
Roosevelt Avenue North Attleborough 0.4 mi 5.0
Amvet Boulevard North Attleborough 0.5 mi 3.2
North Attleborough Early Learning Center North Attleborough 0.8 mi 3.5
Falls North Attleborough 1.1 mi 5.5
North Attleborough Middle North Attleborough 1.2 mi 6.0
North Attleboro High North Attleborough 1.2 mi 5.3
DISCOVERY DAYCARE CENTER Plainville 2.4 mi
Joseph W Martin Jr Elementary North Attleborough 2.3 mi 3.4
BISHOP FEEHAN Attleboro 2.3 mi 4.4
Anna Ware Jackson Plainville 2.8 mi 8.8
LITTLE BLESSINGS PRESCHOOL Attleboro 2.4 mi
Beatrice H Wood Elementary Plainville 2.9 mi 6.6
Cyril K. Brennan Middle School Attleboro 3.2 mi 5.4
Attleboro High Attleboro 3.2 mi 6.2
Attleboro Community Academy Attleboro 3.2 mi 2.6
Attleboro Virtual Academy Attleboro 3.2 mi 2.9
A. Irvin Studley Elementary School Attleboro 3.4 mi 5.0
Thomas Willett Elementary School Attleboro 3.2 mi 4.6
ST JOHN THE EVANGELIST SCHOOL Attleboro 3.3 mi 4.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02760 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$109,350

Median Home Value

$458,300

Median Rent

$1,386/mo

Population

29,078

College Educated

45.6%

Homeownership

71.3%

Avg Commute

31.1 min

Poverty Rate

5.5%

Median Age

43.2

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JEWISH COMMUNITY DAY SCHOOL, INC DBA JCDS BOSTONS Watertown, MA 6.2
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Community

What grades does Community serve?

Community serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Community?

Community has an enrollment of approximately 288 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Community?

The student-teacher ratio at Community is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Community rank in MA?

Community ranks #928 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Community's MySchoolScout rating?

Community has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Community?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Community has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Community a charter school?

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

Is Community a Title I school?

No, Community is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
86 Very Walkable
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
288
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Bristol County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
34.0%

District

North Attleborough
District Enrollment
3,920
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,674
District Rank
#1 of 8

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