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#228 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 13% in state

General John Nixon Elementary

Elementary School · Sudbury

472 Concord Road, Sudbury, MA 01776

Enrollment

334

Student-Teacher

12.4:1

Score

8.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#228 of 1,793

In Sudbury

#4 of 6

public schools

In district

#3 of 5

Sudbury

Equity

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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General John Nixon Elementary

8.4/10

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

Lincoln-sudbury Regional High

8.6/10

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8.8/10

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About General John Nixon Elementary

General John Nixon Elementary is a public elementary school in Sudbury, MA, part of Sudbury. General John Nixon Elementary serves approximately 334 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. General John Nixon Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #228 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for General John Nixon Elementary show 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 8.4 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.8
  • MA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

General John Nixon Elementary 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 Progress7.5Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-1.04 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.4Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency72.3% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency75.3% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+30.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+32.7 pts
Overall Proficiency74% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)58% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+15.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile91th
Resources & Environment9.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,236
Chronic Absenteeism6.3%

General John Nixon Elementary — Students at General John Nixon Elementary score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 76.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 74.7% (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

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
89%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
84%
ELA
88%
2011
Math
86%
ELA
88%
2012
Math
81%
ELA
85%
2013
Math
86%
ELA
83%
2014
Math
86%
ELA
88%
2015
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2016
Math
76%
ELA
72%
2017
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2018
Math
79%
ELA
78%
2019
Math
75.8%
ELA
75.5%
2020*
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
67.8%
ELA
69.3%
2022
Math
74.5%
ELA
68.5%
2023
Math
69.7%
ELA
68.3%
2024
Math
74%
ELA
66%
2025
Math
72.3%
ELA
75.3%

* 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: 7.5/10.

How General John Nixon Elementary Compares

See how General John Nixon Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.4/10
87th percentile in MA
Academic
9.4/10
Excellent
Growth
7.5/10
Very Good
Environment
9.2/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
6.3%

Location

472 Concord Road, Sudbury, MA 01776

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering General John Nixon Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Happy Hollow School (rated 9.5/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Wayland), which scores notably higher. Another option is Peter Noyes (rated 8.8/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Josiah Haynes (rated 7.8/10, 1.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Sudbury, see our Sudbury schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Lincoln-Sudbury Regional High Sudbury 0.5 mi 8.6
Peter Noyes Sudbury 0.7 mi 8.8
WILLOW HILL SCHOOL Sudbury 1.5 mi 6.2
Josiah Haynes Sudbury 1.8 mi 7.8
CORWIN-RUSSELL SCHOOL AT BROCCOLI HALL Sudbury 2.0 mi 6.5
Ephraim Curtis Middle Sudbury 1.7 mi 9.2
Israel Loring School Sudbury 2.9 mi 6.2
Willard Concord 2.8 mi 7.2
Concord Middle Concord 3.4 mi 9.4
The Children's Way Preschool Wayland 2.9 mi
Potter Road Framingham 3.8 mi 2.7
Wayland High School Wayland 3.7 mi 9.4
Maynard High Maynard 3.3 mi 8.1
Cameron Middle School Framingham 4.0 mi 4.0
Thoreau Concord 4.2 mi 7.3
Claypit Hill School Wayland 3.2 mi 7.6
Fowler School Maynard 3.4 mi 7.4
Happy Hollow School Wayland 4.1 mi 9.5
Green Meadow Maynard 3.6 mi 6.5
Mary E Stapleton Elementary Framingham 4.5 mi 4.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01776 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$234,634

Median Home Value

$939,400

Median Rent

$1,427/mo

Population

19,067

College Educated

84.4%

Homeownership

90.2%

Avg Commute

35.7 min

Poverty Rate

2.6%

Median Age

43.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about General John Nixon Elementary

What grades does General John Nixon Elementary serve?

General John Nixon Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend General John Nixon Elementary?

General John Nixon Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 334 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at General John Nixon Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at General John Nixon Elementary 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 General John Nixon Elementary rank in MA?

General John Nixon Elementary ranks #228 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is General John Nixon Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

General John Nixon Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 General John Nixon Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, General John Nixon Elementary has 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is General John Nixon Elementary a charter school?

No, General John Nixon Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is General John Nixon Elementary a Title I school?

No, General John Nixon Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
9 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
23 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
334
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
6.3%

District

Sudbury
District Enrollment
2,539
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,236
District Rank
#3 of 5

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