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#691 of 1,793 schools in MA

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Henry P Clough

Elementary School · Mendon-Upton

10 North Avenue, Mendon, MA 01756

Enrollment

378

Student-Teacher

13.5:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#691 of 1,793

In Mendon

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#3 of 4

Mendon-Upton

Equity

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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Henry P Clough

6.8/10

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

Miscoe Hill School

7.0/10

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5.9/10

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About Henry P Clough

Henry P Clough is a public elementary school in Mendon, MA, part of Mendon-Upton. Henry P Clough serves approximately 378 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Henry P Clough has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #691 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Henry P Clough show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 6.9
  • MA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Henry P Clough 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 Progress7.4Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-1.09 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.3Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency52.5% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency45.5% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+10.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+2.9 pts
Overall Proficiency49% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)59% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-9.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile47th
Resources & Environment5.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,248
Chronic Absenteeism15.1%

Henry P Clough — Students at Henry P Clough score 49% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 54.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.8% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 56.3% (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
68%
ELA
73%
2010
Math
63%
ELA
69%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2015
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
51.7%
ELA
61.7%
2019
Math
51%
ELA
54.3%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
36.7%
ELA
60%
2022
Math
49.7%
ELA
34.3%
2023
Math
52.5%
ELA
44.5%
2024
Math
57.5%
ELA
41%
2025
Math
52.5%
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: 7.4/10.

How Henry P Clough Compares

See how Henry P Clough performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.8/10
62th percentile in MA
Academic
6.3/10
Average
Growth
7.4/10
Very Good
Environment
5.9/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.1%

Location

10 North Avenue, Mendon, MA 01756

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Henry P Clough may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Taft Early Learning Center (rated 7.8/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Uxbridge), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Millville Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby Millville), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Brookside (rated 6.3/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Milford), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Mendon, see our Mendon schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Miscoe Hill School Mendon 1.7 mi 7.0
Hopedale Jr Sr High Hopedale 1.7 mi 5.9
Memorial Hopedale 1.9 mi 5.1
Park Street School Hopedale 2.0 mi 3.4
Milford High Milford 2.9 mi 4.8
Shining Star Early Childhood Center Milford 2.9 mi 3.8
Brookside Milford 3.1 mi 6.3
Stacy Middle Milford 3.0 mi 3.3
Memorial Milford 3.1 mi 5.4
Woodland Milford 3.5 mi 5.0
BETHANY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mendon 2.7 mi 6.0
RIVERSIDE SCHOOL Milford 4.0 mi
Taft Early Learning Center Uxbridge 4.0 mi 7.8
OUR LADY OF THE VALLEY REGIONAL SCHOOL Uxbridge 4.1 mi 3.3
Whitin Intermediate Uxbridge 4.0 mi 6.6
EVERGREEN CENTER Milford 4.5 mi 7.9
Nipmuc Regional High Upton 4.7 mi 6.2
Millville Elementary Millville 5.4 mi 7.7
Blackstone Valley Upton 4.8 mi 7.5
A F Maloney Blackstone 5.6 mi 6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01756 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$129,837

Median Home Value

$605,500

Median Rent

$1,947/mo

Population

6,266

College Educated

53.7%

Homeownership

91.1%

Avg Commute

30.5 min

Poverty Rate

6%

Median Age

43.9

Similar Schools

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School Rating
BROOKWOOD SCHOOL Manchester, MA 6.8
Clark St Community Worcester, MA 6.8
DERBY ACADEMY Hingham, MA 6.8
East Elementary Sharon, MA 6.8
Eastford Road Southbridge, MA 6.8
F A Cleveland Norwood, MA 6.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Henry P Clough

What grades does Henry P Clough serve?

Henry P Clough serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Henry P Clough?

Henry P Clough has an enrollment of approximately 378 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Henry P Clough?

The student-teacher ratio at Henry P Clough is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Henry P Clough rank in MA?

Henry P Clough ranks #691 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Henry P Clough's MySchoolScout rating?

Henry P Clough 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 Henry P Clough?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Henry P Clough has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Henry P Clough a charter school?

No, Henry P Clough is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Henry P Clough a Title I school?

No, Henry P Clough is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
39 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
378
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Worcester County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.1%

District

Mendon-Upton
District Enrollment
2,072
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,248
District Rank
#3 of 4

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