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John A. Crisafulli Elementary School

Elementary School · Westford

13 Robinson Road, Westford, MA 01886

Enrollment

330

Student-Teacher

13.2:1

Score

5.4

Grades

3rd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,230 of 1,793

In Westford

#10 of 10

public schools

In district

#9 of 9

Westford

Equity

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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John A. Crisafulli Elementary School

5.4/10

Elementary School in Westford · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Westford Academy

8.0/10

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6.7/10

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About John A. Crisafulli Elementary School

John A. Crisafulli Elementary School is a public elementary school in Westford, MA, part of Westford. John A.

Crisafulli Elementary School serves approximately 330 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. John A. Crisafulli Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,230 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for John A. Crisafulli Elementary School show 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • District avg 6.1
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.4Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-3.02 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.2Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency64% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency58.7% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+21.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+16.1 pts
Overall Proficiency61% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)59% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+2.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile73th
Resources & Environment6.2Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,617
Chronic Absenteeism7.6%

John A. Crisafulli Elementary School — Students at John A. Crisafulli Elementary School score 61% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 73.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.2% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 70.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.3% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)

Based on 76 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
84%
ELA
84%
2010
Math
83%
ELA
84%
2011
Math
86%
ELA
86%
2012
Math
89%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
87%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
82%
ELA
80%
2015
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2016
Math
79%
ELA
70%
2017
Math
72%
ELA
79%
2018
Math
78%
ELA
77%
2019
Math
79.8%
ELA
76.8%
2020*
Math
66%
ELA
75%
2021*
Math
69%
ELA
74.3%
2022
Math
69%
ELA
62%
2023
Math
68.7%
ELA
61%
2024
Math
66.3%
ELA
56%
2025
Math
64%
ELA
58.7%

* 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: 3.4/10.

How John A. Crisafulli Elementary School Compares

See how John A. Crisafulli Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.4/10
32th percentile in MA
Academic
8.2/10
Excellent
Growth
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.2/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
7.6%

Location

13 Robinson Road, Westford, MA 01886

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering John A. Crisafulli Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. OAK MEADOW SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Littleton), which scores notably higher. Another option is Russell St Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Littleton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Nabnasset (rated 6.9/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Westford, see our Westford schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Westford Academy Westford 0.4 mi 8.0
Col John Robinson Westford 0.3 mi 6.7
Day Elementary Westford 1.5 mi 5.4
Blanchard Middle Westford 1.7 mi 8.2
Abbot Elementary Westford 1.7 mi 6.2
Stony Brook School Westford 2.3 mi 7.9
Russell St Elementary Littleton 2.3 mi 7.5
Littleton Middle School Littleton 2.5 mi 7.1
KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER - WESTFORD Westford 2.2 mi
Shaker Lane Elementary Littleton 3.0 mi 5.7
OAK MEADOW SCHOOL Littleton 3.1 mi 7.9
Nashoba Valley Technical High School Westford 2.6 mi 6.9
Nabnasset Westford 3.1 mi 6.9
Littleton High School Littleton 3.3 mi 6.7
Rita E. Miller Elementary School Westford 4.9 mi 5.9
Byam School Chelmsford 3.9 mi 6.1
Tyngsborough Elementary Tyngsborough 5.6 mi 4.4
GREATER VISIONS CHILDRENS CENTER Chelmsford 4.9 mi
Col Moses Parker School Chelmsford 5.0 mi 6.4
Acton-Boxborough Regional High Acton 6.5 mi 8.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01886 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$181,523

Median Home Value

$689,400

Median Rent

$2,068/mo

Population

24,584

College Educated

73%

Homeownership

88.5%

Avg Commute

32 min

Poverty Rate

2.4%

Median Age

43.3

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Cutler School South Hamilton, MA 5.4
Day Elementary Westford, MA 5.4
Dudley Elementary Dudley, MA 5.4
Henri A. Yelle Norton, MA 5.4
Memorial Milford, MA 5.4
Ruggles Lane Barre, MA 5.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about John A. Crisafulli Elementary School

What grades does John A. Crisafulli Elementary School serve?

John A. Crisafulli Elementary School serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.

How many students attend John A. Crisafulli Elementary School?

John A. Crisafulli Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 330 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at John A. Crisafulli Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at John A. Crisafulli Elementary School is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does John A. Crisafulli Elementary School rank in MA?

John A. Crisafulli Elementary School ranks #1,230 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is John A. Crisafulli Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

John A. Crisafulli Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 John A. Crisafulli Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, John A. Crisafulli Elementary School has 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is John A. Crisafulli Elementary School a charter school?

No, John A. Crisafulli Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is John A. Crisafulli Elementary School a Title I school?

No, John A. Crisafulli Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
6 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
21 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
330
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
7.6%

District

Westford
District Enrollment
4,451
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,617
District Rank
#9 of 9

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