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#685 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 38% in state

Florence Roche School

Elementary School · Groton-Dunstable

P O Box 738, Groton, MA 01450

Enrollment

508

Student-Teacher

12.7:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#685 of 1,793

In Groton

#3 of 4

public schools

In district

#4 of 5

Groton-Dunstable

Equity

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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Florence Roche School

6.8/10

Elementary School in Groton · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.7/10

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About Florence Roche School

Florence Roche School is a public elementary school in Groton, MA, part of Groton-Dunstable. Florence Roche School serves approximately 508 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Florence Roche School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #685 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Florence Roche School show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.8 pts below district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 7.6
  • MA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Florence Roche School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.7Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-1.9 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.9Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency62% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency56% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+19.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+13.4 pts
Overall Proficiency59% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)59% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+0.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile68th
Resources & Environment7.7Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,709
Chronic Absenteeism11.6%

Florence Roche School — Students at Florence Roche School score 59% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 64.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.8% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 65.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.6% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 56 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
78%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
73%
2011
Math
71%
ELA
76%
2012
Math
71%
ELA
74%
2013
Math
79%
ELA
70%
2014
Math
78%
ELA
70%
2015
Math
76%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
59%
ELA
63%
2017
Math
63%
ELA
68%
2018
Math
64.7%
ELA
69%
2019
Math
66%
ELA
68.7%
2020*
Math
58%
ELA
70%
2021*
Math
61.3%
ELA
70.7%
2022
Math
57.3%
ELA
53%
2023
Math
61%
ELA
56.5%
2024
Math
53%
ELA
51%
2025
Math
62%
ELA
56%

* 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: 5.7/10.

How Florence Roche School Compares

See how Florence Roche School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.8/10
62th percentile in MA
Academic
7.9/10
Very Good
Growth
5.7/10
Average
Environment
7.7/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
40 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.6%

Location

P O Box 738, Groton, MA 01450

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Florence Roche School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Page Hilltop Elementary School (rated 5.9/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Ayer), with a comparable rating. Another option is Varnum Brook (rated 5.6/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Pepperell), a more accessible option. Additionally, Day Elementary (rated 5.4/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby Westford), a more accessible option. For more schools in Groton, see our Groton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Groton Dunstable Regional Middle Groton 0.1 mi 7.7
SEVEN HILLS AT GROTON Groton 0.2 mi 5.2
Boutwell School Groton 0.3 mi 4.2
LAWRENCE ACADEMY Groton 1.0 mi 7.5
GROTON SCHOOL Groton 1.5 mi 9.2
GROTON COMMUNITY SCHOOL Groton 1.6 mi
PEPPERELL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Pepperell 3.0 mi
Ayer Shirley Regional High School Ayer 3.4 mi 5.8
Page Hilltop Elementary School Ayer 3.4 mi 5.9
Groton Dunstable Regional Groton 3.1 mi 7.6
Varnum Brook Pepperell 3.7 mi 5.6
Nissitissit Middle School Pepperell 4.1 mi 4.3
MAPLE DENE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pepperell 4.5 mi
Francis W. Parker Charter Essential School Devens 4.8 mi 7.0
North Middlesex Regional Townsend 4.9 mi 6.2
Ayer Shirley Regional Middle School Shirley 5.7 mi 7.2
Blanchard Middle Westford 5.2 mi 8.2
Day Elementary Westford 5.4 mi 5.4
Littleton High School Littleton 6.3 mi 6.7
2ND NATURE ACADEMY Nashua 6.9 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01450 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$189,355

Median Home Value

$673,500

Median Rent

$1,521/mo

Population

11,228

College Educated

65.8%

Homeownership

89.6%

Avg Commute

32.9 min

Poverty Rate

4.3%

Median Age

40.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Florence Roche School

What grades does Florence Roche School serve?

Florence Roche School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.

How many students attend Florence Roche School?

Florence Roche School has an enrollment of approximately 508 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Florence Roche School?

The student-teacher ratio at Florence Roche School is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Florence Roche School rank in MA?

Florence Roche School ranks #685 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Florence Roche School's MySchoolScout rating?

Florence Roche School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Florence Roche School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Florence Roche School has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Florence Roche School a charter school?

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

Is Florence Roche School a Title I school?

No, Florence Roche School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
41 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
54 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
508
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
40
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.6%

District

Groton-Dunstable
District Enrollment
2,305
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,709
District Rank
#4 of 5

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