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#628 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 35% in state

Elmwood

Elementary School · Hopkinton

14 Elm Street, Hopkinton, MA 01748

Enrollment

639

Student-Teacher

14.9:1

Score

7.0

Grades

2nd – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#628 of 1,793

In Hopkinton

#4 of 6

public schools

In district

#4 of 6

Hopkinton

Equity

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Elmwood

7.0/10

Elementary School in Hopkinton · grades 2nd – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Hopkinton Middle School

8.1/10

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3.5/10

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About Elmwood

Elmwood is a public elementary school in Hopkinton, MA, part of Hopkinton. Elmwood serves approximately 639 students, and covers grades 2nd-3rd, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Elmwood has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #628 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Elmwood show 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.3 pts above district
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.7
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.2Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-1.21 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.1Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency72% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency66% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+29.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+23.4 pts
Overall Proficiency69% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)57% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+11.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile86th
Resources & Environment3.6Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,940
Chronic Absenteeism12.1%

Elmwood — Students at Elmwood score 69% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 78.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.8% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 80.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
46.1% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 42 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
85%
ELA
83%
2010
Math
91%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
86%
ELA
86%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
83%
2013
Math
85%
ELA
76%
2014
Math
86%
ELA
81%
2015
Math
89%
ELA
86%
2016
Math
87%
ELA
84%
2017
Math
79%
ELA
82%
2018
Math
77%
ELA
83.5%
2019
Math
75%
ELA
85%
2020*
Math
65%
ELA
76%
2021*
Math
65%
ELA
76%
2022
Math
70%
ELA
75%
2023
Math
78%
ELA
79%
2024
Math
77%
ELA
74%
2025
Math
72%
ELA
66%

* 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: 7.2/10.

How Elmwood Compares

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

Overall Score
7.0/10
65th percentile in MA
Academic
9.1/10
Excellent
Growth
7.2/10
Very Good
Environment
3.6/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
43 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.1%

Location

14 Elm Street, Hopkinton, MA 01748

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Elmwood may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Albert S. Woodward Memorial School (rated 8.2/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Southborough), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hopkins Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Elsie A Hastings Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Westborough), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Hopkinton, see our Hopkinton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Hopkinton Middle School Hopkinton 1.1 mi 8.1
Hopkinton Pre-School Hopkinton 1.1 mi 3.5
Hopkinton High Hopkinton 1.2 mi 8.3
Hopkins Elementary School Hopkinton 1.3 mi 8.0
Marathon Elementary School Hopkinton 1.6 mi 5.0
Mary E Finn School Southborough 3.4 mi 7.5
Woodland Milford 4.7 mi 5.0
Margaret A Neary Southborough 4.8 mi 7.5
Ashland Middle Ashland 3.8 mi 6.7
METROWEST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Ashland 4.0 mi 4.5
P Brent Trottier Southborough 5.1 mi 8.6
Brookside Milford 5.3 mi 6.3
Milford High Milford 5.3 mi 4.8
Shining Star Early Childhood Center Milford 5.3 mi 3.8
EVERGREEN CENTER Milford 5.1 mi 7.9
FAY SCHOOL Southborough 5.5 mi 7.4
Albert S. Woodward Memorial School Southborough 5.5 mi 8.2
NORTH AMERICAN HOCKEY ACADEMY Ashland 4.1 mi
THE NEW ENGLAND CENTER FOR CHILDREN Southborough 5.3 mi 7.7
Elsie A Hastings Elementary Westborough 4.9 mi 7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01748 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$204,418

Median Home Value

$726,100

Median Rent

$2,500/mo

Population

19,050

College Educated

75.8%

Homeownership

85.3%

Avg Commute

34.7 min

Poverty Rate

3.3%

Median Age

40.9

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
East Taunton Elementary East Taunton, MA 7.0
Millbury Street Elementary School Grafton, MA 7.0
Montclair Quincy, MA 7.0
Dr Gertrude Bailey Lowell, MA 6.9
Freeman-Kennedy School Norfolk, MA 6.9
Goodnow Brothers Elementary School Marlborough, MA 7.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Elmwood

What grades does Elmwood serve?

Elmwood serves students in grades 2nd through 3rd.

How many students attend Elmwood?

Elmwood has an enrollment of approximately 639 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Elmwood?

The student-teacher ratio at Elmwood is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Elmwood rank in MA?

Elmwood ranks #628 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Elmwood's MySchoolScout rating?

Elmwood has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Elmwood?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Elmwood has 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Elmwood a charter school?

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

Is Elmwood a Title I school?

No, Elmwood is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
24 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
2nd – 3rd
Enrollment
639
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
43
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.1%

District

Hopkinton
District Enrollment
4,187
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,940
District Rank
#4 of 6

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