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Davis Hill Elementary

Elementary School · Wachusett

78 Jamieson Road, Holden, MA 01520

Enrollment

475

Student-Teacher

15.8:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#901 of 1,793

In Holden

#3 of 5

public schools

In district

#5 of 13

Wachusett

Equity

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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Davis Hill Elementary

6.3/10

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

Wachusett Regional High

6.6/10

0.8 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Holden Christian Academy

5.8/10

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About Davis Hill Elementary

Davis Hill Elementary is a public elementary school in Holden, MA, part of Wachusett. Davis Hill Elementary serves approximately 475 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Davis Hill Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #901 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Davis Hill Elementary show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • District avg 5.8
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.2Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-1.67 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.4Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency63% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency60% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+20.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+17.4 pts
Overall Proficiency62% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)57% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+4.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile75th
Resources & Environment3.2Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,152
Chronic Absenteeism9.7%

Davis Hill Elementary — Students at Davis Hill Elementary score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 58.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.2% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 63.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.3% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)

Based on 76 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
71%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
74%
ELA
80%
2011
Math
74%
ELA
80%
2012
Math
73%
ELA
73%
2013
Math
73%
ELA
74%
2014
Math
78%
ELA
75%
2015
Math
76%
ELA
75%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
64%
2017
Math
58%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
68%
ELA
72%
2019
Math
70%
ELA
71.3%
2020*
Math
33%
ELA
64%
2021*
Math
33.3%
ELA
63%
2022
Math
51.3%
ELA
52%
2023
Math
57.3%
ELA
50.7%
2024
Math
50.7%
ELA
53%
2025
Math
63%
ELA
60%

* 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: 6.2/10.

How Davis Hill Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
6.3/10
50th percentile in MA
Academic
8.4/10
Excellent
Growth
6.2/10
Average
Environment
3.2/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.7%

Location

78 Jamieson Road, Holden, MA 01520

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Davis Hill Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Flagg Street (rated 7.9/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Worcester), which scores notably higher. Another option is Dawson (rated 7.6/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Nelson Place (rated 7.1/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Worcester), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Holden, see our Holden schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Wachusett Regional High Holden 0.8 mi 6.6
HOLDEN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Holden 1.2 mi 5.8
Dawson Holden 1.4 mi 7.6
Early Childhood Center Jefferson 1.5 mi 3.3
Leroy E.Mayo Holden 1.7 mi 5.7
Mountview Middle Holden 2.3 mi 5.5
BANCROFT SCHOOL Worcester 4.3 mi 7.3
West Boylston Junior/Senior High West Boylston 3.6 mi 6.6
Norrback Avenue Worcester 3.9 mi 4.1
Nelson Place Worcester 4.7 mi 7.1
Major Edwards Elementary West Boylston 3.8 mi 5.8
West Tatnuck Worcester 5.1 mi 6.0
Burncoat Street Worcester 4.2 mi 3.9
Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School Worcester 4.6 mi 8.2
Flagg Street Worcester 5.2 mi 7.9
Tatnuck Worcester 5.4 mi 4.8
NOTRE DAME ACADEMY Worcester 5.3 mi 6.2
Forest Grove Middle Worcester 5.3 mi 5.6
WORCESTER SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Worcester 5.7 mi
Paxton Center Paxton 4.9 mi 6.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01520 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$147,582

Median Home Value

$444,300

Median Rent

$1,578/mo

Population

16,864

College Educated

58.2%

Homeownership

85.3%

Avg Commute

26 min

Poverty Rate

3.6%

Median Age

41.4

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Franklin North Andover, MA 6.3
Gates Lane Worcester, MA 6.3
Glover Milton, MA 6.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Davis Hill Elementary

What grades does Davis Hill Elementary serve?

Davis Hill Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Davis Hill Elementary?

Davis Hill Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 475 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Davis Hill Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Davis Hill Elementary is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Davis Hill Elementary rank in MA?

Davis Hill Elementary ranks #901 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Davis Hill Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Davis Hill Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Davis Hill Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Davis Hill Elementary has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Davis Hill Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Davis Hill Elementary a Title I school?

No, Davis Hill Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
23 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
475
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Worcester County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.7%

District

Wachusett
District Enrollment
6,676
Schools in District
13
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,152
District Rank
#5 of 13

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