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Joseph a Campbell Elementary

Elementary School · Dracut

1021 Methuen Street, Dracut, MA 01826

Enrollment

578

Student-Teacher

15.6:1

Score

5.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,301 of 1,793

In Dracut

#3 of 6

public schools

In district

#3 of 6

Dracut

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Joseph a Campbell Elementary

5.1/10

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

Melmark New England

7.9/10

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7.9/10

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About Joseph a Campbell Elementary

Joseph a Campbell Elementary is a public elementary school in Dracut, MA, part of Dracut. Joseph a Campbell Elementary serves approximately 578 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Joseph a Campbell Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,301 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Joseph a Campbell Elementary show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.1 · Average
  • District avg 5.0
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.1Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-1.73 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.2Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency39.3% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency34.3% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-2.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-8.3 pts
Overall Proficiency37% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-10.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile34th
Resources & Environment2.3Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,777
Chronic Absenteeism15.1%

Joseph a Campbell Elementary — Students at Joseph a Campbell Elementary score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 40.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 48.4% (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

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
53%
ELA
65%
2010
Math
58%
ELA
68%
2011
Math
54%
ELA
61%
2012
Math
49%
ELA
53%
2013
Math
53%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
58%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
60%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
50%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
51%
2018
Math
44%
ELA
53.3%
2019
Math
46%
ELA
55%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
49%
2021*
Math
23.8%
ELA
49%
2022
Math
26.8%
ELA
37%
2023
Math
41.7%
ELA
42.3%
2024
Math
46%
ELA
37%
2025
Math
39.3%
ELA
34.3%

* 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: 6.1/10.

How Joseph a Campbell Elementary Compares

See how Joseph a Campbell Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.1/10
28th percentile in MA
Academic
5.2/10
Average
Growth
6.1/10
Average
Environment
2.3/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.1%

Location

1021 Methuen Street, Dracut, MA 01826

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Joseph a Campbell Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Peter W Reilly (rated 8.2/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Lowell), which scores notably higher. Another option is L F Dewing (rated 7.9/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Tewksbury), which scores notably higher. Additionally, High Plain Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Andover), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dracut, see our Dracut schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.2 mi
School Distance Rating
MELMARK NEW ENGLAND Andover 0.9 mi 7.9
L F Dewing Tewksbury 1.7 mi 7.9
Peter W Reilly Lowell 1.8 mi 8.2
James Sullivan Middle School Lowell 1.8 mi 6.2
Leblanc Therapeutic Day School Lowell 2.3 mi 6.8
S Christa McAuliffe Elementary Lowell 2.0 mi 4.6
Henry J Robinson Middle Lowell 2.0 mi 5.7
ST MICHAEL SCHOOL Lowell 2.1 mi 5.7
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Lowell 2.3 mi 4.9
Moody Elementary Lowell 2.5 mi 5.7
Pyne Arts Lowell 2.8 mi 5.8
Greenmont Avenue Dracut 2.3 mi 6.0
Greenhalge Lowell 2.3 mi 5.2
Lowell Middlesex Academy Charter School Lowell 2.6 mi 3.8
Lowell High Lowell 2.7 mi 4.5
Wood Hill Middle School Andover 2.6 mi 9.2
High Plain Elementary Andover 2.6 mi 7.6
Lowell Community Charter Public School Lowell 2.9 mi 5.1
Rogers STEM Academy Lowell 3.0 mi 6.2
Cardinal O'Connell Early Learning Center Lowell 3.2 mi 5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01826 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$111,451

Median Home Value

$466,200

Median Rent

$1,740/mo

Population

32,373

College Educated

35.3%

Homeownership

79.8%

Avg Commute

29.5 min

Poverty Rate

6.6%

Median Age

41.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Joseph a Campbell Elementary

What grades does Joseph a Campbell Elementary serve?

Joseph a Campbell Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Joseph a Campbell Elementary?

Joseph a Campbell Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 578 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Joseph a Campbell Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Joseph a Campbell Elementary is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Joseph a Campbell Elementary rank in MA?

Joseph a Campbell Elementary ranks #1,301 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Joseph a Campbell Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Joseph a Campbell Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Joseph a Campbell Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Joseph a Campbell Elementary has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Joseph a Campbell Elementary a charter school?

No, Joseph a Campbell Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Joseph a Campbell Elementary a Title I school?

No, Joseph a Campbell Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
21 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
578
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.1%

District

Dracut
District Enrollment
3,543
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,777
District Rank
#3 of 6

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