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Frances Drake School

Elementary School · Leominster

95 Viscoloid Ave, Leominster, MA 01453

Enrollment

485

Student-Teacher

12.4:1

Score

3.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,764 of 1,793

In Leominster

#12 of 12

public schools

In district

#12 of 12

Leominster

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Frances Drake School

3.1/10

Elementary School in Leominster · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Frances Drake School

Frances Drake School is a public elementary school in Leominster, MA, part of Leominster. Frances Drake School serves approximately 485 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Frances Drake School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,764 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Frances Drake School show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.3 pts below district
  • This school 3.1 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 5.4
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress1.7Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-4.44 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.4Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency25% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency31% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-17.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-11.6 pts
Overall Proficiency28% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-11.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile25th
Resources & Environment4.7Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,752
Chronic Absenteeism18.8%

Frances Drake School — Students at Frances Drake School score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 40.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 41.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.6% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 82 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
65%
ELA
60%
2010
Math
66%
ELA
60%
2011
Math
64%
ELA
61%
2012
Math
56%
ELA
48%
2013
Math
48%
ELA
43%
2014
Math
54%
ELA
51%
2015
Math
63%
ELA
60%
2016
Math
46%
ELA
41%
2017
Math
54%
ELA
51%
2018
Math
55.5%
ELA
53.8%
2019
Math
51.5%
ELA
50.8%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
36%
2021*
Math
21.3%
ELA
37.3%
2022
Math
26.8%
ELA
26.3%
2023
Math
33.3%
ELA
32.3%
2024
Math
24.3%
ELA
24%
2025
Math
25%
ELA
31%

* 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: 1.7/10.

How Frances Drake School Compares

See how Frances Drake School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.1/10
2th percentile in MA
Academic
4.4/10
Below Average
Growth
1.7/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
4.7/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
39 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.8%

Location

95 Viscoloid Ave, Leominster, MA 01453

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Frances Drake School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Fall Brook (rated 7.2/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Johnny Appleseed (rated 6.9/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST LEO SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Leominster, see our Leominster schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.7 mi
School Distance Rating
ST ANNA SCHOOL Leominster 0.4 mi 5.9
ST LEO SCHOOL Leominster 1.0 mi 6.7
Bennett Leominster 1.0 mi 3.6
Priest Street Leominster 1.4 mi 4.3
Northwest Leominster 1.6 mi 5.4
Fall Brook Leominster 2.0 mi 7.2
Johnny Appleseed Leominster 2.3 mi 6.9
Samoset School Leominster 2.1 mi 5.7
Lincoln School Leominster 2.1 mi 4.6
Sky View Middle School Leominster 2.1 mi 5.5
Leominster High School Leominster 1.9 mi 4.9
Center For Technical Education Innovation Leominster 1.9 mi 5.5
Leominster Center for Excellence Leominster 1.9 mi 5.0
ST BERNARD ELEMENTARY Fitchburg 4.2 mi 4.9
Goodrich Academy Fitchburg 4.5 mi 3.6
ST BERNARD'S HIGH SCHOOL INC Fitchburg 4.5 mi 5.3
South Street Early Learning Center Fitchburg 4.5 mi 3.6
TRIVIUM SCHOOL Lancaster 4.8 mi 4.1
Advanced Community Experience Program Lunenburg 5.5 mi
Lunenburg High Lunenburg 5.7 mi 6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01453 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$82,098

Median Home Value

$345,900

Median Rent

$1,282/mo

Population

43,635

College Educated

32.4%

Homeownership

62.7%

Avg Commute

27.1 min

Poverty Rate

9.9%

Median Age

41.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Frances Drake School

What grades does Frances Drake School serve?

Frances Drake School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Frances Drake School?

Frances Drake School has an enrollment of approximately 485 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Frances Drake School?

The student-teacher ratio at Frances Drake School is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Frances Drake School rank in MA?

Frances Drake School ranks #1,764 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Frances Drake School's MySchoolScout rating?

Frances Drake School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 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 Frances Drake School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Frances Drake School has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Frances Drake School a charter school?

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

Is Frances Drake School a Title I school?

No, Frances Drake School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
55 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
25 Some Transit
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
485
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
39
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Worcester County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.8%

District

Leominster
District Enrollment
6,012
Schools in District
13
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,752
District Rank
#12 of 12

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