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#757 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 42% in state
C.t. Douglas Elementary School
Elementary School · Acton-Boxborough
73 Spruce Street, Acton, MA 01720
Enrollment
407
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
407
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#757 of 1,793
In Acton
#6 of 8
public schools
In district
#7 of 9
Acton-Boxborough
Equity
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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C.t. Douglas Elementary School
Elementary School in Acton · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About C.t. Douglas Elementary School
C.t. Douglas Elementary School is a public elementary school in Acton, MA, part of Acton-Boxborough. C.t.
Douglas Elementary School serves approximately 407 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. C.t. Douglas Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #757 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for C.t. Douglas Elementary School show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 7.4
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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C.t. Douglas Elementary School — Students at C.t. Douglas Elementary School score 59% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 86 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 5.9/10.
How C.t. Douglas Elementary School Compares
See how C.t. Douglas Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
73 Spruce Street, Acton, MA 01720
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering C.t. Douglas Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Paul P Gates Elementary School (rated 8.9/10), which scores notably higher. Another option is Luther Conant School (rated 8.1/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, OAK MEADOW SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Littleton), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Acton, see our Acton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Paul P Gates Elementary School Acton | 0.0 mi | 8.9 |
| Carol Huebner Early Childhood Program Acton | 0.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Acton-Boxborough Regional High Acton | 0.8 mi | 8.2 |
| Raymond J Grey Junior High Acton | 0.8 mi | 8.9 |
| McCarthy-Towne School Acton | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Merriam School Acton | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Blanchard Memorial School Boxborough | 1.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Luther Conant School Acton | 1.9 mi | 8.1 |
| Hale Stow | 3.2 mi | 8.0 |
| Shaker Lane Elementary Littleton | 3.6 mi | 5.7 |
| THE IMAGO SCHOOL ASSOCIATION Maynard | 3.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Center School Stow | 3.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Green Meadow Maynard | 3.9 mi | 6.5 |
| OAK MEADOW SCHOOL Littleton | 3.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Fowler School Maynard | 4.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Maynard High Maynard | 4.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Littleton Middle School Littleton | 4.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Russell St Elementary Littleton | 4.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Littleton High School Littleton | 4.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Thoreau Concord | 4.3 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01720 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$154,101
Median Home Value
$766,500
Median Rent
$1,908/mo
Population
23,322
College Educated
77.8%
Homeownership
75.4%
Avg Commute
35.2 min
Poverty Rate
3.5%
Median Age
44.1
Similar Schools
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Abraham Lincoln Lowell, MA | 6.6 |
| Albert F. Argenziano School at Lincoln Park Somerville, MA | 6.6 |
| Beatrice H Wood Elementary Plainville, MA | 6.6 |
| Charles C Cashman Elementary Amesbury, MA | 6.6 |
| Clyde Reeves Woburn, MA | 6.6 |
| Edgar A Hooks Elementary Chelsea, MA | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about C.t. Douglas Elementary School
What grades does C.t. Douglas Elementary School serve?
C.t. Douglas Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend C.t. Douglas Elementary School?
C.t. Douglas Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 407 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at C.t. Douglas Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at C.t. Douglas Elementary School is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does C.t. Douglas Elementary School rank in MA?
C.t. Douglas Elementary School ranks #757 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is C.t. Douglas Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
C.t. Douglas Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 C.t. Douglas Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, C.t. Douglas Elementary School has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025).
Is C.t. Douglas Elementary School a charter school?
No, C.t. Douglas Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is C.t. Douglas Elementary School a Title I school?
No, C.t. Douglas Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 407
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.1%
- Phone
- (978) 266-2560
Resources & Links
District
Acton-Boxborough- District Enrollment
- 5,099
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,933
- District Rank
- #7 of 9
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