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#658 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 37% in state

Johnny Appleseed

Elementary School · Leominster

845 Main Street, Leominster, MA 01453

Enrollment

655

Student-Teacher

13.6:1

Score

6.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#658 of 1,793

In Leominster

#2 of 12

public schools

In district

#2 of 12

Leominster

Academic growth

8.3 / 10

Excellent

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Johnny Appleseed

6.9/10

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

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4.3/10

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5.5/10

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About Johnny Appleseed

Johnny Appleseed is a public elementary school in Leominster, MA, part of Leominster. Johnny Appleseed serves approximately 655 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Johnny Appleseed has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #658 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Johnny Appleseed show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.5 pts above district
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • District avg 5.4
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.3Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-0.63 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics7.1Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency44% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency41.3% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+1.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-1.3 pts
Overall Proficiency43% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+3.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile57th
Resources & Environment3.2Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,752
Chronic Absenteeism21.8%

Johnny Appleseed — Students at Johnny Appleseed score 43% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 45.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 46.4% (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
45%
ELA
48%
2010
Math
46%
ELA
48%
2011
Math
50%
ELA
51%
2012
Math
55%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
59%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
65%
2015
Math
70%
ELA
69%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
45%
2017
Math
51%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
46.5%
ELA
46.5%
2019
Math
48.3%
ELA
49.5%
2020*
Math
25%
ELA
45%
2021*
Math
24.3%
ELA
43.8%
2022
Math
44.5%
ELA
43%
2023
Math
48.7%
ELA
43.7%
2024
Math
43.3%
ELA
38.3%
2025
Math
44%
ELA
41.3%

* 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: 8.3/10.

How Johnny Appleseed Compares

See how Johnny Appleseed performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.9/10
63th percentile in MA
Academic
7.1/10
Very Good
Growth
8.3/10
Excellent
Environment
3.2/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
48 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.8%

Location

845 Main Street, Leominster, MA 01453

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Johnny Appleseed may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Fall Brook (rated 7.2/10, 4.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is ST LEO SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 1.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Turkey Hill Elementary School (rated 6.5/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Lunenburg), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Leominster, see our Leominster schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Priest Street Leominster 1.2 mi 4.3
Sky View Middle School Leominster 1.4 mi 5.5
ST LEO SCHOOL Leominster 1.8 mi 6.7
Northwest Leominster 1.7 mi 5.4
Frances Drake School Leominster 2.3 mi 3.1
ST ANNA SCHOOL Leominster 2.4 mi 5.9
Bennett Leominster 2.4 mi 3.6
Leominster High School Leominster 2.4 mi 4.9
Center For Technical Education Innovation Leominster 2.4 mi 5.5
Leominster Center for Excellence Leominster 2.4 mi 5.0
ST BERNARD ELEMENTARY Fitchburg 2.6 mi 4.9
Advanced Community Experience Program Lunenburg 3.3 mi
Goodrich Academy Fitchburg 2.8 mi 3.6
ST BERNARD'S HIGH SCHOOL INC Fitchburg 2.9 mi 5.3
Lunenburg High Lunenburg 3.4 mi 6.2
Lunenburg Middle School Lunenburg 3.4 mi 5.9
Turkey Hill Elementary School Lunenburg 3.6 mi 6.5
South Street Early Learning Center Fitchburg 3.2 mi 3.6
Lunenburg Primary School Lunenburg 3.9 mi 4.5
Fall Brook Leominster 4.1 mi 7.2

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

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
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Hernandez K-8 School Roxbury, MA 6.9
Murphy K-8 School Dorchester, MA 6.9
Zervas Waban, MA 6.9
East Taunton Elementary East Taunton, MA 7.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Johnny Appleseed

What grades does Johnny Appleseed serve?

Johnny Appleseed serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Johnny Appleseed?

Johnny Appleseed has an enrollment of approximately 655 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Johnny Appleseed?

The student-teacher ratio at Johnny Appleseed is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Johnny Appleseed rank in MA?

Johnny Appleseed ranks #658 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Johnny Appleseed's MySchoolScout rating?

Johnny Appleseed has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Johnny Appleseed?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Johnny Appleseed has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Johnny Appleseed a charter school?

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

Is Johnny Appleseed a Title I school?

No, Johnny Appleseed is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
29 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
23 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
655
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
48
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Worcester County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.8%

District

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

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