Very Good
#559 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 31% in state
David Mindess
Elementary School · Ashland
90 Concord Street, Ashland, MA 01721
Enrollment
667
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
7.2
Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
667
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
7.2
Grades
3rd – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#559 of 1,793
In Ashland
#1 of 5
public schools
In district
#1 of 5
Ashland
Academic growth
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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David Mindess
Elementary School in Ashland · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About David Mindess
David Mindess is a public elementary school in Ashland, MA, part of Ashland. David Mindess serves approximately 667 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. David Mindess has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #559 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for David Mindess show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- District avg 6.1
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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David Mindess — Students at David Mindess score 51% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 82 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: 8.4/10.
How David Mindess Compares
See how David Mindess performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
90 Concord Street, Ashland, MA 01721
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering David Mindess may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SUMMIT MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Framingham), with a very similar rating. Another option is ST BRIDGET SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Framingham), a more accessible option. Additionally, Henry E Warren Elementary (rated 5.0/10, 1.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Ashland, see our Ashland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| William Pittaway Elementary Ashland | 0.4 mi | 4.9 |
| PINCUSHION HILL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Ashland | 0.6 mi | — |
| Ashland High Ashland | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Ashland Middle Ashland | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| METROWEST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Ashland | 1.0 mi | 4.5 |
| NORTH AMERICAN HOCKEY ACADEMY Ashland | 1.8 mi | — |
| Henry E Warren Elementary Ashland | 1.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Joseph P Keefe Technical High School Framingham | 1.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Barbieri Elementary Framingham | 1.8 mi | 4.5 |
| SUMMIT MONTESSORI SCHOOL Framingham | 2.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Brophy Framingham | 3.0 mi | 3.7 |
| ST BRIDGET SCHOOL Framingham | 2.9 mi | 5.7 |
| THE NEW ENGLAND CENTER FOR CHILDREN Southborough | 3.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Miriam F McCarthy School Framingham | 3.0 mi | 3.5 |
| Fuller Middle Framingham | 3.1 mi | 4.9 |
| THE LEARNING CENTER FOR THE DEAF Framingham | 3.4 mi | 8.8 |
| WAYSIDE ACADEMY Framingham | 3.4 mi | — |
| REED ACADEMY Framingham | 4.1 mi | — |
| Holliston High Holliston | 4.1 mi | 8.1 |
| Harmony Grove Elementary Framingham | 3.2 mi | 3.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01721 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$127,106
Median Home Value
$586,000
Median Rent
$2,334/mo
Population
18,694
College Educated
59.5%
Homeownership
75.5%
Avg Commute
35.5 min
Poverty Rate
4.1%
Median Age
41.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Craneville Dalton, MA | 7.2 |
| Dean S Luce Canton, MA | 7.2 |
| Fall Brook Leominster, MA | 7.2 |
| German Gerena Community School Springfield, MA | 7.2 |
| King Elementary School Framingham, MA | 7.2 |
| Pine Hill Sherborn, MA | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about David Mindess
What grades does David Mindess serve?
David Mindess serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.
How many students attend David Mindess?
David Mindess has an enrollment of approximately 667 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at David Mindess?
The student-teacher ratio at David Mindess is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does David Mindess rank in MA?
David Mindess ranks #559 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is David Mindess's MySchoolScout rating?
David Mindess has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 David Mindess?
Based on loaded state assessment records, David Mindess has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is David Mindess a charter school?
No, David Mindess is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is David Mindess a Title I school?
No, David Mindess is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 3rd – 5th
- Enrollment
- 667
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 50
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.0%
- Phone
- (508) 881-0166
Resources & Links
District
Ashland- District Enrollment
- 2,903
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,214
- District Rank
- #1 of 5
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