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Forest Avenue Elementary

Elementary School · Hudson

136 Forest Avenue, Hudson, MA 01749

Enrollment

279

Student-Teacher

10:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,143 of 1,793

In Hudson

#3 of 5

public schools

In district

#3 of 5

Hudson

School environment

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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Forest Avenue Elementary

5.6/10

Elementary School in Hudson · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Mulready Elementary

5.8/10

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

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5.0/10

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About Forest Avenue Elementary

Forest Avenue Elementary is a public elementary school in Hudson, MA, part of Hudson. Forest Avenue Elementary serves approximately 279 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. Forest Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,143 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Forest Avenue Elementary show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 5.5
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.0Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-2.72 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.1Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency40% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency45.5% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-2.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+2.9 pts
Overall Proficiency43% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-7.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile44th
Resources & Environment9.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,699
Chronic Absenteeism14.3%

Forest Avenue Elementary — Students at Forest Avenue Elementary score 43% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 51.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.8% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 49.8% (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

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
54%
ELA
59%
2010
Math
56%
ELA
60%
2011
Math
64%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
57.7%
ELA
53.3%
2019
Math
60.7%
ELA
61%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
35.3%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
40.7%
ELA
34.3%
2023
Math
44%
ELA
40.5%
2024
Math
37.5%
ELA
30%
2025
Math
40%
ELA
45.5%

* 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: 4.0/10.

How Forest Avenue Elementary Compares

See how Forest Avenue Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.6/10
36th percentile in MA
Academic
6.1/10
Average
Growth
4.0/10
Below Average
Environment
9.0/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.3%

Location

136 Forest Avenue, Hudson, MA 01749

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Forest Avenue Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Goodnow Brothers Elementary School (rated 7.1/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Marlborough), which scores notably higher. Another option is Francis J Kane (rated 6.0/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Marlborough), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Mulready Elementary (rated 5.8/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Hudson, see our Hudson schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Mulready Elementary Hudson 0.5 mi 5.8
David J. Quinn Middle School Hudson 1.3 mi 5.0
DARNELL SCHOOL FOR EDUCATIONAL & BEHAVIORAL SERVIC Hudson 1.2 mi
Charles Jaworek School Marlborough 1.7 mi 3.8
Marlborough High Marlborough 1.8 mi 6.0
Goodnow Brothers Elementary School Marlborough 1.9 mi 7.1
Assabet Valley Vocational High School Marlborough 1.9 mi 6.6
C A Farley Hudson 1.7 mi 5.1
1 LT Charles W. Whitcomb School Marlborough 2.3 mi 3.8
Hudson High Hudson 2.0 mi 5.7
THE COTTAGE CHILDRENS CENTER Marlborough 2.5 mi
Early Childhood Center Marlborough 2.8 mi 3.3
GLENHAVEN ACADEMY Marlborough 3.6 mi 7.0
MEADOWBROOK CHILD GARDEN Marlborough 2.8 mi
Francis J Kane Marlborough 3.5 mi 6.0
Center School Stow 3.8 mi 5.6
Richer Marlborough 4.0 mi 2.4
Hale Stow 4.0 mi 8.0
Advanced Math and Science Academy Charter School Marlborough 4.2 mi 7.1
HILLSIDE SCHOOL Marlborough 4.1 mi 8.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01749 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$107,202

Median Home Value

$480,300

Median Rent

$1,416/mo

Population

19,959

College Educated

47.3%

Homeownership

74.5%

Avg Commute

28.4 min

Poverty Rate

4.7%

Median Age

43.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Forest Avenue Elementary

What grades does Forest Avenue Elementary serve?

Forest Avenue Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Forest Avenue Elementary?

Forest Avenue Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 279 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Forest Avenue Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Forest Avenue Elementary is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Forest Avenue Elementary rank in MA?

Forest Avenue Elementary ranks #1,143 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Forest Avenue Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Forest Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Forest Avenue Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Forest Avenue Elementary has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Forest Avenue Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Forest Avenue Elementary a Title I school?

No, Forest Avenue Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
20 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
279
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.3%

District

Hudson
District Enrollment
2,340
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,699
District Rank
#3 of 5

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