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Hubbardston Center

Elementary School · Quabbin

8 Elm Street, Hubbardston, MA 01452

Enrollment

313

Student-Teacher

19.6:1

Score

5.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,316 of 1,793

In district

#4 of 7

Quabbin

Equity

7.4 / 10

Very Good

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Hubbardston Center

5.0/10

Elementary School in Hubbardston · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Hubbardston Center

Hubbardston Center is a public elementary school in Hubbardston, MA, part of Quabbin. Hubbardston Center serves approximately 313 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 19.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Hubbardston Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,316 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Hubbardston Center show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • District avg 4.9
  • MA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Hubbardston Center 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 Progress5.1Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-2.17 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.8Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency46% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency48.7% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+3.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+6.1 pts
Overall Proficiency47% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-3.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile54th
Resources & Environment1.9Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,922
Chronic Absenteeism11.5%

Hubbardston Center — Students at Hubbardston Center score 47% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 49.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.7% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 56.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
46.2% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 86 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
56%
ELA
63%
2010
Math
59%
ELA
62%
2011
Math
60%
ELA
65%
2012
Math
63%
ELA
70%
2013
Math
59%
ELA
63%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
53%
ELA
65%
2019
Math
51.8%
ELA
61.2%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
45.3%
ELA
64.8%
2022
Math
42.5%
ELA
42.8%
2023
Math
43.3%
ELA
42%
2024
Math
47.3%
ELA
43.7%
2025
Math
46%
ELA
48.7%

* 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: 5.1/10.

How Hubbardston Center Compares

See how Hubbardston Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.0/10
27th percentile in MA
Academic
6.8/10
Average
Growth
5.1/10
Average
Environment
1.9/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
16 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.5%

Location

8 Elm Street, Hubbardston, MA 01452

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hubbardston Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Templeton Elementary School (rated 5.9/10, 6.3 miles away, in nearby Templeton), which scores slightly higher. Another option is HOLY FAMILY ACADEMY (rated 5.7/10, 6.9 miles away, in nearby Gardner), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Ruggles Lane (rated 5.4/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby Barre), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Hubbardston, see our Hubbardston schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.5 mi
School Distance Rating
DEVEREUX SCHOOL Rutland 6.6 mi 7.5
Templeton Elementary School Templeton 6.3 mi 5.9
HOLY FAMILY ACADEMY Gardner 6.9 mi 5.7
Gardner Academy for Learning and Technology Gardner 7.1 mi 6.3
Glenwood Elementary School Rutland 6.7 mi 4.5
Ruggles Lane Barre 6.0 mi 5.4
Naquag Elementary School Rutland 7.4 mi 4.3
Gardner High Gardner 7.7 mi 5.9
WACHUSETT HILLS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Gardner 7.3 mi
Gardner Elementary School Gardner 7.8 mi 4.9
Gardner Middle School Gardner 7.9 mi 4.4
Central Tree Middle Rutland 7.7 mi 5.4
Meetinghouse School Westminster 6.9 mi 4.7
SEVEN HILLS/STETSON SCHOOL Barre 6.8 mi 6.1
Westminster Elementary Westminster 6.9 mi 5.4
Oakham Center Oakham 8.3 mi 4.0
Quabbin Regional High School Barre 7.5 mi 5.8
Quabbin Regional Middle School Barre 7.5 mi 4.1
Narragansett Regional High Baldwinville 8.5 mi 4.3
Narragansett Middle Baldwinville 8.5 mi 3.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01452 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$102,344

Median Home Value

$342,100

Median Rent

$898/mo

Population

4,339

College Educated

31.8%

Homeownership

91%

Avg Commute

38.2 min

Poverty Rate

7.3%

Median Age

40.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hubbardston Center

What grades does Hubbardston Center serve?

Hubbardston Center serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Hubbardston Center?

Hubbardston Center has an enrollment of approximately 313 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hubbardston Center?

The student-teacher ratio at Hubbardston Center is 19.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Hubbardston Center rank in MA?

Hubbardston Center ranks #1,316 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Hubbardston Center's MySchoolScout rating?

Hubbardston Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Hubbardston Center?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Hubbardston Center has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Hubbardston Center a charter school?

No, Hubbardston Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Hubbardston Center a Title I school?

No, Hubbardston Center is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
34 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
313
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
16
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Worcester County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.5%

District

Quabbin
District Enrollment
2,168
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,922
District Rank
#4 of 7

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