Below Average
#1395 of 1,793 schools in MA
Crocker Elementary
Elementary School · Fitchburg
200 Bigelow Dr, Fitchburg, MA 01420
Enrollment
620
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
4.8
Grades
1st – 5th
Enrollment
620
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
4.8
Grades
1st – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,395 of 1,793
In Fitchburg
#7 of 10
public schools
In district
#5 of 8
Fitchburg
Academic performance
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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Crocker Elementary
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About Crocker Elementary
Crocker Elementary is a public elementary school in Fitchburg, MA, part of Fitchburg. Crocker Elementary serves approximately 620 students, and covers grades 1st-5th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Crocker Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,395 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Crocker Elementary show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 5.3
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Crocker Elementary sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
37% of students at Crocker Elementary 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
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Crocker Elementary — Students at Crocker Elementary score 39% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 68 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 3.8/10.
How Crocker Elementary Compares
See how Crocker Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
200 Bigelow Dr, Fitchburg, MA 01420
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Crocker Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ashby Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Ashby), which scores notably higher. Another option is Johnny Appleseed (rated 6.9/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Leominster), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Reingold Elementary (rated 6.6/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fitchburg, see our Fitchburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sizer School: A North Central Charter Essential School Fitchburg | 0.2 mi | 6.0 |
| APPLEWILD SCHOOL Fitchburg | 0.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Arthur M Longsjo Middle School Fitchburg | 1.2 mi | 4.4 |
| Fitchburg High Fitchburg | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| McKay Elementary School Fitchburg | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Memorial Middle School Fitchburg | 2.2 mi | 6.9 |
| South Street Early Learning Center Fitchburg | 2.3 mi | 3.6 |
| ST BERNARD'S HIGH SCHOOL INC Fitchburg | 2.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Goodrich Academy Fitchburg | 2.1 mi | 3.6 |
| ST BERNARD ELEMENTARY Fitchburg | 2.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Reingold Elementary Fitchburg | 2.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Montachusett Regional Vocational Technical Fitchburg | 4.1 mi | 8.6 |
| Leominster High School Leominster | 5.1 mi | 4.9 |
| Center For Technical Education Innovation Leominster | 5.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Leominster Center for Excellence Leominster | 5.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Ashby Elementary Ashby | 5.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Northwest Leominster | 5.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Johnny Appleseed Leominster | 4.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Advanced Community Experience Program Lunenburg | 4.3 mi | — |
| Priest Street Leominster | 5.3 mi | 4.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01420 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,334
Median Home Value
$294,600
Median Rent
$1,131/mo
Population
41,677
College Educated
24.5%
Homeownership
56.5%
Avg Commute
27.1 min
Poverty Rate
15.6%
Median Age
37.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Charles W Morey Lowell, MA | 4.8 |
| Frank M Sokolowski Elementary Chelsea, MA | 4.8 |
| George R Austin Intermediate School Lakeville, MA | 4.8 |
| Joseph C Chamberlain Taunton, MA | 4.8 |
| Leicester Elementary Leicester, MA | 4.8 |
| Martinson Elementary Marshfield, MA | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Crocker Elementary
What grades does Crocker Elementary serve?
Crocker Elementary serves students in grades 1st through 5th.
How many students attend Crocker Elementary?
Crocker Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 620 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Crocker Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Crocker Elementary is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Crocker Elementary rank in MA?
Crocker Elementary ranks #1,395 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Crocker Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Crocker 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 Crocker Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Crocker Elementary has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Crocker Elementary a charter school?
No, Crocker Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Crocker Elementary a Title I school?
No, Crocker Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 1st – 5th
- Enrollment
- 620
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 50
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Worcester County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.6%
- Phone
- (978) 345-3290
Resources & Links
District
Fitchburg- District Enrollment
- 5,124
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,238
- District Rank
- #5 of 8
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