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Dudley Elementary

Elementary School · Dudley-Charlton Reg

16 School Street, Dudley, MA 01571

Enrollment

333

Student-Teacher

12.8:1

Score

5.4

Grades

2nd – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,208 of 1,793

In Dudley

#1 of 4

public schools

In district

#2 of 7

Dudley-Charlton Reg

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Dudley Elementary

5.4/10

Elementary School in Dudley · grades 2nd – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Dudley Elementary

Dudley Elementary is a public elementary school in Dudley, MA, part of Dudley-Charlton Reg. Dudley Elementary serves approximately 333 students, and covers grades 2nd-4th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Dudley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,208 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Dudley Elementary show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.4 pts above district
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • District avg 5.0
  • MA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Dudley 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.1Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-2.2 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.1Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency46% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency40.5% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+3.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-2.1 pts
Overall Proficiency43% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)51% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-7.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile44th
Resources & Environment5.0Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,962
Chronic Absenteeism15%

Dudley Elementary — Students at Dudley Elementary score 43% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 54.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.8% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 54.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.6% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 56 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
63%
ELA
65%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
68%
2011
Math
63%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
65%
2013
Math
65%
ELA
71%
2014
Math
68%
ELA
69%
2015
Math
66%
ELA
60%
2016
Math
51%
ELA
55%
2017
Math
53%
ELA
59%
2018
Math
53%
ELA
61.3%
2019
Math
55.3%
ELA
63.3%
2020*
Math
35%
ELA
50%
2021*
Math
38.7%
ELA
50%
2022
Math
52.7%
ELA
37.7%
2023
Math
57%
ELA
49%
2024
Math
55.5%
ELA
35%
2025
Math
46%
ELA
40.5%

* 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: 5.1/10.

How Dudley Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
5.4/10
33th percentile in MA
Academic
6.1/10
Average
Growth
5.1/10
Average
Environment
5.0/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.0%

Location

16 School Street, Dudley, MA 01571

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Dudley Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mary R. Fisher Elementary School (rated 6.9/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby North Grosvenordale), which scores notably higher. Another option is Park Avenue Elementary (rated 6.5/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Webster), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Clara Barton (rated 5.9/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Oxford), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Dudley, see our Dudley schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.2 mi
School Distance Rating
ALL SAINTS ACADEMY Webster 0.7 mi 4.3
Park Avenue Elementary Webster 1.0 mi 6.5
Webster Middle School Webster 1.2 mi 4.7
Bartlett High School Webster 1.3 mi 4.6
Mason Road School Dudley 1.3 mi 5.2
Dudley Middle School Dudley 1.5 mi 4.1
Shepherd Hill Regional High Dudley 1.7 mi 4.8
Alfred M Chaffee Oxford 3.6 mi 5.2
Tourtellotte Memorial High School North Grosvenordale 5.6 mi 4.7
Oxford High Oxford 5.6 mi 5.9
Thompson Middle School North Grosvenordale 5.6 mi 4.1
Oxford Middle Oxford 5.6 mi 4.3
Mary R. Fisher Elementary School North Grosvenordale 5.7 mi 6.9
Heritage School Charlton 5.7 mi 3.9
Charlton Middle School Charlton 5.7 mi 4.6
Clara Barton Oxford 6.6 mi 5.9
MARIANAPOLIS PREP SCHOOL Thompson 7.0 mi 5.2
Bay Path Regional Vocational Technical High School Charlton 6.4 mi 7.8
Charlton Elementary Charlton 6.8 mi 5.6
VIEWPOINT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Southbridge 6.2 mi 4.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01571 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$85,179

Median Home Value

$372,400

Median Rent

$1,188/mo

Population

11,886

College Educated

24.9%

Homeownership

70.8%

Avg Commute

25 min

Poverty Rate

7.5%

Median Age

40.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Dudley Elementary

What grades does Dudley Elementary serve?

Dudley Elementary serves students in grades 2nd through 4th.

How many students attend Dudley Elementary?

Dudley Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 333 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Dudley Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Dudley Elementary is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Dudley Elementary rank in MA?

Dudley Elementary ranks #1,208 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Dudley Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Dudley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Dudley Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Dudley Elementary has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Dudley Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Dudley Elementary a Title I school?

No, Dudley Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
19 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
19 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
2nd – 4th
Enrollment
333
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Worcester County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.0%

District

Dudley-Charlton Reg
District Enrollment
3,432
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,962
District Rank
#2 of 7

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