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#314 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 18% in state

Elmer S Bagnall

Elementary School · Pentucket

253 School Street, Groveland, MA 01834

Enrollment

518

Student-Teacher

12.9:1

Score

8.1

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#314 of 1,793

In district

#3 of 6

Pentucket

Academic growth

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Elmer S Bagnall

8.1/10

Elementary School in Groveland · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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3.2/10

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6.9/10

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About Elmer S Bagnall

Elmer S Bagnall is a public elementary school in Groveland, MA, part of Pentucket. Elmer S Bagnall serves approximately 518 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Elmer S Bagnall has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #314 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Elmer S Bagnall show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.1 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.9
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.8Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change+1.16 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics6.4Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47.8% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47.8% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+5.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+5.1 pts
Overall Proficiency48% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)56% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-7.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile48th
Resources & Environment6.3Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,716
Chronic Absenteeism12.4%

Elmer S Bagnall — Students at Elmer S Bagnall score 48% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 45.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.1% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 54.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.7% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 96 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
65%
ELA
74%
2010
Math
64%
ELA
78%
2011
Math
65%
ELA
74%
2012
Math
71%
ELA
70%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
68%
2014
Math
49%
ELA
69%
2015
Math
56%
ELA
68%
2016
Math
35%
ELA
40%
2017
Math
33%
ELA
50%
2018
Math
37.8%
ELA
51%
2019
Math
40.2%
ELA
52.6%
2020*
Math
34%
ELA
54%
2021*
Math
29.8%
ELA
50.4%
2022
Math
41.8%
ELA
49.6%
2023
Math
51.3%
ELA
51.5%
2024
Math
55%
ELA
52.3%
2025
Math
47.8%
ELA
47.8%

* 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: 9.8/10.

How Elmer S Bagnall Compares

See how Elmer S Bagnall performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.1/10
83th percentile in MA
Academic
6.4/10
Average
Growth
9.8/10
Excellent
Environment
6.3/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
40 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.4%

Location

253 School Street, Groveland, MA 01834

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Elmer S Bagnall may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Golden Hill (rated 7.3/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Haverhill), with a comparable rating. Another option is Caleb Dustin Hunking School (rated 7.0/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Haverhill), a more accessible option. Additionally, Moody (rated 6.6/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Haverhill), a more accessible option. For more schools in Groveland, see our Groveland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Perley Elementary Georgetown 2.1 mi 3.2
Pentucket Regional Middle West Newbury 2.8 mi 6.9
Pentucket Regional Sr High West Newbury 2.8 mi 8.2
Georgetown High School Georgetown 2.3 mi 5.7
Georgetown Middle School Georgetown 2.3 mi 3.9
Spofford Pond Boxford 3.2 mi 6.4
Golden Hill Haverhill 2.8 mi 7.3
Dr Paul Nettle Haverhill 2.8 mi 4.6
Bradford Elementary Bradford 2.5 mi 4.0
Penn Brook Georgetown 2.9 mi 4.1
SACRED HEARTS SCHOOL Bradford 3.2 mi 4.2
Greenleaf Academy Bradford 3.3 mi 4.1
Caleb Dustin Hunking School Haverhill 3.4 mi 7.0
Whittier Regional Vocational Haverhill 4.6 mi 8.2
BROOKS SCHOOL North Andover 3.9 mi 7.1
Pentucket Lake Elementary Haverhill 4.5 mi 3.1
Moody Haverhill 4.0 mi 6.6
Moody Preschool Extension Haverhill 4.0 mi 3.1
John G Whittier Haverhill 4.7 mi 5.0
Gateway Academy Haverhill 4.5 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01834 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$135,521

Median Home Value

$571,900

Median Rent

$1,815/mo

Population

6,747

College Educated

45.5%

Homeownership

91.7%

Avg Commute

34 min

Poverty Rate

4.2%

Median Age

42.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Elmer S Bagnall

What grades does Elmer S Bagnall serve?

Elmer S Bagnall serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Elmer S Bagnall?

Elmer S Bagnall has an enrollment of approximately 518 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Elmer S Bagnall?

The student-teacher ratio at Elmer S Bagnall is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Elmer S Bagnall rank in MA?

Elmer S Bagnall ranks #314 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Elmer S Bagnall's MySchoolScout rating?

Elmer S Bagnall has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Elmer S Bagnall?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Elmer S Bagnall has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Elmer S Bagnall a charter school?

No, Elmer S Bagnall is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Elmer S Bagnall a Title I school?

No, Elmer S Bagnall is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
15 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
19 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
518
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
40
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Essex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.4%

District

Pentucket
District Enrollment
2,225
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,716
District Rank
#3 of 6

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