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#366 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 20% in state

Elmwood Street

Elementary School · Millbury

40 Elmwood Street, Millbury, MA 01527

Enrollment

462

Student-Teacher

14.9:1

Score

7.9

Grades

Pre-K – 2nd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#366 of 1,793

In Millbury

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#1 of 3

Millbury

Academic growth

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Elmwood Street

7.9/10

Elementary School in Millbury · grades Pre-K – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Raymond E. Shaw Elementary

7.3/10

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6.4/10

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

About Elmwood Street

Elmwood Street is a public elementary school in Millbury, MA, part of Millbury. Elmwood Street serves approximately 462 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Elmwood Street has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #366 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Elmwood Street show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.3 pts above district
  • This school 7.9 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.6
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.7Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change+0.99 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics6.9Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47% (2022 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47% (2022 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+6.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+4.3 pts
Overall Proficiency47% (2022 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2022 MCAS)
vs. Expected-2.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile55th
Resources & Environment4.7Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,371
Chronic Absenteeism13.9%

Elmwood Street — Students at Elmwood Street score 47% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores MA MCAS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 50.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
43.4% (multi-year state average, 2018-2022)
ELA Proficiency 57.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
49.1% (multi-year state average, 2018-2022)

Based on 36 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
57%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
38.5%
ELA
48%
2019
Math
36.5%
ELA
46.5%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
41.5%
ELA
58%
2022
Math
47%
ELA
46%

* 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: 9.7/10.

How Elmwood Street Compares

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

Overall Score
7.9/10
80th percentile in MA
Academic
6.9/10
Average
Growth
9.7/10
Excellent
Environment
4.7/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.9%

Location

40 Elmwood Street, Millbury, MA 01527

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Elmwood Street may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Raymond E. Shaw Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 0.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Millbury Street Elementary School (rated 7.0/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Grafton), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Quinsigamond (rated 5.8/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Worcester), a more accessible option. For more schools in Millbury, see our Millbury schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Raymond E. Shaw Elementary Millbury 0.4 mi 7.3
Millbury Junior/Senior High Millbury 0.9 mi 6.4
CENTER FOR APPLIED BEHAVIORAL INSTRUCTION SCHOOL Worcester 2.2 mi 7.9
COUNTRY MONTESSORI PRIVATE SCHOOL Sutton 2.3 mi
Sutton Middle School Sutton 3.0 mi 4.6
Sutton High School Sutton 3.0 mi 7.6
Sutton Elementary Sutton 3.1 mi 5.4
Sutton Early Learning Sutton 3.1 mi 5.3
Quinsigamond Worcester 3.4 mi 5.8
Pakachoag School Auburn 3.3 mi 4.4
ST PAUL DIOCESAN JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL Worcester 3.8 mi 5.6
Vernon Hill School Worcester 3.8 mi 4.5
Roosevelt Worcester 3.9 mi 4.9
Rice Square Worcester 4.2 mi 5.2
Millbury Street Elementary School Grafton 3.3 mi 7.0
Worcester East Middle Worcester 4.5 mi 5.7
Union Hill School Worcester 4.5 mi 2.4
Auburn Senior High Auburn 3.5 mi 5.7
WORCESTER ACADEMY Worcester 4.6 mi 7.1
Learning First Charter Public School Worcester 4.6 mi 5.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01527 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$116,000

Median Home Value

$415,600

Median Rent

$1,507/mo

Population

13,899

College Educated

33.4%

Homeownership

73.9%

Avg Commute

28.1 min

Poverty Rate

3.9%

Median Age

43.3

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Edward G. Molin Elementary School Newburyport, MA 7.9
Flagg Street Worcester, MA 7.9
Joseph Demello South Dartmouth, MA 7.9
L F Dewing Tewksbury, MA 7.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Elmwood Street

What grades does Elmwood Street serve?

Elmwood Street serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.

How many students attend Elmwood Street?

Elmwood Street has an enrollment of approximately 462 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Elmwood Street?

The student-teacher ratio at Elmwood Street 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 Street rank in MA?

Elmwood Street ranks #366 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Elmwood Street's MySchoolScout rating?

Elmwood Street has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Street?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Elmwood Street has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Elmwood Street a charter school?

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

Is Elmwood Street a Title I school?

No, Elmwood Street is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
20 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
16 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
462
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Worcester County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.9%

District

Millbury
District Enrollment
1,650
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,371
District Rank
#1 of 3

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