Excellent
#192 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 11% in state
Elm Street School
Elementary School · Walpole
415 Elm Street, Walpole, MA 02081
Enrollment
446
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
446
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#192 of 1,793
In Walpole
#1 of 7
public schools
In district
#1 of 8
Walpole
Academic growth
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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Elm Street School
Elementary School in Walpole · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Elm Street School
Elm Street School is a public elementary school in Walpole, MA, part of Walpole. Elm Street School serves approximately 446 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Elm Street School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #192 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Elm Street School show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- District avg 7.8
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Elm Street School — Students at Elm Street School score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 76 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: 9.2/10.
How Elm Street School Compares
See how Elm Street School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
415 Elm Street, Walpole, MA 02081
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Elm Street School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Dale Street (rated 9.1/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Medfield), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Ralph Wheelock School (rated 8.9/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Medfield), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Martha Jones (rated 8.6/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Westwood), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Walpole, see our Walpole schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Daniel Feeney Preschool Center Walpole | 0.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Eleanor N Johnson Middle Walpole | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL East Walpole | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Fisher Walpole | 1.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Walpole High Walpole | 1.6 mi | 8.4 |
| CLIFFORD ACADEMY East Walpole | 1.7 mi | — |
| Norfolk County Agricultural Walpole | 1.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Ralph Wheelock School Medfield | 1.8 mi | 8.9 |
| Bird Middle East Walpole | 1.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Thomas Blake Middle Medfield | 2.7 mi | 8.6 |
| Medfield Senior High Medfield | 2.6 mi | 8.7 |
| Old Post Road East Walpole | 2.4 mi | 7.5 |
| TEC Connections Academy Commonwealth Virtual School East Walpole | 2.5 mi | 3.9 |
| Boyden Walpole | 3.4 mi | 8.0 |
| MONTROSE SCHOOL Medfield | 3.0 mi | 6.3 |
| NORWOOD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Norwood | 2.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Martha Jones Westwood | 3.6 mi | 8.6 |
| F A Cleveland Norwood | 3.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Dale Street Medfield | 3.4 mi | 9.1 |
| Dr. Philip O. Coakley Middle School Norwood | 3.2 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02081 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$150,233
Median Home Value
$647,200
Median Rent
$1,980/mo
Population
19,703
College Educated
61.3%
Homeownership
81.7%
Avg Commute
33.8 min
Poverty Rate
3.7%
Median Age
42.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Alfred G. Zanetti Montessori Magnet School Springfield, MA | 8.6 |
| Bates Elementary School Roslindale, MA | 8.6 |
| Bridge Boston Charter School Roxbury, MA | 8.6 |
| J Warren Killam Reading, MA | 8.6 |
| Joshua Eaton Reading, MA | 8.6 |
| L D Batchelder North Reading, MA | 8.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Elm Street School
What grades does Elm Street School serve?
Elm Street School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Elm Street School?
Elm Street School has an enrollment of approximately 446 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Elm Street School?
The student-teacher ratio at Elm Street School is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Elm Street School rank in MA?
Elm Street School ranks #192 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Elm Street School's MySchoolScout rating?
Elm Street School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 Elm Street School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Elm Street School has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Elm Street School a charter school?
No, Elm Street School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Elm Street School a Title I school?
No, Elm Street School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 446
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Norfolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 9.4%
- Phone
- (508) 660-7374
Resources & Links
District
Walpole- District Enrollment
- 3,633
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,698
- District Rank
- #1 of 8
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