Very Good
#408 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 23% in state
Elsie a Hastings Elementary
Elementary School · Westborough
111 East Main Street, Westborough, MA 01581
Enrollment
491
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
491
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#408 of 1,793
In Westborough
#4 of 6
public schools
In district
#4 of 6
Westborough
Equity
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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Elsie a Hastings Elementary
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About Elsie a Hastings Elementary
Elsie a Hastings Elementary is a public elementary school in Westborough, MA, part of Westborough. Elsie a Hastings Elementary serves approximately 491 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Elsie a Hastings Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #408 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Elsie a Hastings Elementary show 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 7.5
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 9.8:1 students to teachers, Elsie a Hastings Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Elsie a Hastings Elementary — Students at Elsie a Hastings Elementary score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 40 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 7.6/10.
How Elsie a Hastings Elementary Compares
See how Elsie a Hastings Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
111 East Main Street, Westborough, MA 01581
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Elsie a Hastings Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Annie E Fales (rated 8.2/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Margaret A Neary (rated 7.5/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Southborough), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Mary E Finn School (rated 7.5/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Southborough), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Westborough, see our Westborough schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| EBRIDGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Westborough | 0.4 mi | — |
| Westborough High Westborough | 1.3 mi | 8.3 |
| J Harding Armstrong Westborough | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Sarah W Gibbons Middle Westborough | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Annie E Fales Westborough | 2.2 mi | 8.2 |
| Algonquin Regional High Northborough | 3.3 mi | 9.0 |
| Marguerite E Peaslee Northborough | 3.3 mi | 5.7 |
| ST BERNADETTE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Northborough | 3.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Mill Pond School Westborough | 2.9 mi | 7.3 |
| THE FITZGERALD INSTITUTE Northborough | 3.5 mi | — |
| Fannie E Proctor Northborough | 3.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Advanced Math and Science Academy Charter School Marlborough | 4.0 mi | 7.1 |
| P Brent Trottier Southborough | 3.4 mi | 8.6 |
| Marion E Zeh Northborough | 3.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Richer Marlborough | 4.3 mi | 2.4 |
| Lincoln Street Northborough | 3.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Margaret A Neary Southborough | 3.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Mary E Finn School Southborough | 3.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Robert E. Melican Middle School Northborough | 4.1 mi | 7.1 |
| HILLSIDE SCHOOL Marlborough | 5.1 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01581 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$134,474
Median Home Value
$637,900
Median Rent
$2,038/mo
Population
21,591
College Educated
66%
Homeownership
60.7%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
5%
Median Age
39
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Birch Meadow Reading, MA | 7.8 |
| Burke/Memorial Elementary School Medway, MA | 7.8 |
| Center Longmeadow, MA | 7.8 |
| Chandler Magnet Worcester, MA | 7.8 |
| Daniel Butler Belmont, MA | 7.8 |
| Frederick Harris Springfield, MA | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Elsie a Hastings Elementary
What grades does Elsie a Hastings Elementary serve?
Elsie a Hastings Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.
How many students attend Elsie a Hastings Elementary?
Elsie a Hastings Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 491 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Elsie a Hastings Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Elsie a Hastings Elementary is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Elsie a Hastings Elementary rank in MA?
Elsie a Hastings Elementary ranks #408 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Elsie a Hastings Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Elsie a Hastings Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Elsie a Hastings Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Elsie a Hastings Elementary has 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Elsie a Hastings Elementary a charter school?
No, Elsie a Hastings Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Elsie a Hastings Elementary a Title I school?
No, Elsie a Hastings Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 491
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 50
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Worcester County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.1%
- Phone
- (508) 836-7750
Resources & Links
District
Westborough- District Enrollment
- 3,887
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,205
- District Rank
- #4 of 6
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