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L G Nourse Elementary

Elementary School · Norton

38 Plain Street, Norton, MA 02766

Enrollment

303

Student-Teacher

12.6:1

Score

6.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#741 of 1,793

In Norton

#1 of 5

public schools

In district

#1 of 5

Norton

Academic growth

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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L G Nourse Elementary

6.7/10

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

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About L G Nourse Elementary

L G Nourse Elementary is a public elementary school in Norton, MA, part of Norton. L G Nourse Elementary serves approximately 303 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-3rd, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. L G Nourse Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #741 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for L G Nourse Elementary show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.9 pts above district
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • District avg 5.8
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.3Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-1.17 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.4Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency46% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-0.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+3.4 pts
Overall Proficiency44% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-4.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile48th
Resources & Environment5.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,731
Chronic Absenteeism18.8%

L G Nourse Elementary — Students at L G Nourse Elementary score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 52.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.8% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 59.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
46.1% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 42 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
82%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
74.5%
ELA
74.5%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2015
Math
77%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
46.5%
ELA
61.5%
2019
Math
41.5%
ELA
61.5%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
36%
ELA
58%
2022
Math
37.5%
ELA
38%
2023
Math
41%
ELA
49%
2024
Math
55%
ELA
51%
2025
Math
42%
ELA
46%

* 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: 7.3/10.

How L G Nourse Elementary Compares

See how L G Nourse Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.7/10
59th percentile in MA
Academic
6.4/10
Average
Growth
7.3/10
Very Good
Environment
5.5/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.8%

Location

38 Plain Street, Norton, MA 02766

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering L G Nourse Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mabelle M Burrell (rated 8.2/10, 6.7 miles away, in nearby Foxborough), which scores notably higher. Another option is Everett W Robinson (rated 7.5/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Mansfield), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Jordan/Jackson Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Mansfield), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Norton, see our Norton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Henri A. Yelle Norton 1.4 mi 5.4
Norton High Norton 1.6 mi 5.6
Norton Middle Norton 2.5 mi 4.9
Benjamin Friedman Middle Taunton 3.6 mi 4.9
Joseph C Chamberlain Taunton 3.8 mi 4.8
J C Solmonese Norton 3.3 mi 5.2
Jordan/Jackson Elementary Mansfield 4.4 mi 7.1
Everett W Robinson Mansfield 4.5 mi 7.5
Edmund Hatch Bennett Taunton 4.7 mi 5.3
Mansfield High Mansfield 4.7 mi 7.8
Harold L Qualters Middle Mansfield 4.7 mi 8.8
ST MARY'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL Mansfield 5.0 mi 3.9
Roland Green School Mansfield 4.9 mi 4.8
THE PINECROFT SCHOOL Rehoboth 5.2 mi 4.8
James L. Mulcahey Elementary School Taunton 5.2 mi 5.8
HANDS-ON MONTESSORI SCHOOL Mansfield 5.2 mi 5.8
H H Galligan Taunton 5.6 mi 3.5
Southeastern Regional Vocational Technical South Easton 5.2 mi 8.5
Taunton Alternative High School Taunton 5.9 mi 4.9
Mabelle M Burrell Foxborough 6.7 mi 8.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02766 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$127,404

Median Home Value

$476,900

Median Rent

$1,986/mo

Population

19,155

College Educated

45.8%

Homeownership

84.5%

Avg Commute

31.5 min

Poverty Rate

4.8%

Median Age

39.8

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Arthur T Talmadge Springfield, MA 6.7
Channing Elementary School Hyde Park, MA 6.7
Col John Robinson Westford, MA 6.7
Columbus Park Worcester, MA 6.7
H.B. Lawrence School Holyoke, MA 6.7
Holland Elementary Holland, MA 6.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about L G Nourse Elementary

What grades does L G Nourse Elementary serve?

L G Nourse Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.

How many students attend L G Nourse Elementary?

L G Nourse Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 303 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at L G Nourse Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at L G Nourse Elementary is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does L G Nourse Elementary rank in MA?

L G Nourse Elementary ranks #741 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is L G Nourse Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

L G Nourse Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 L G Nourse Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, L G Nourse Elementary has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is L G Nourse Elementary a charter school?

No, L G Nourse Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is L G Nourse Elementary a Title I school?

No, L G Nourse Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
11 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
303
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Bristol County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.8%

District

Norton
District Enrollment
2,406
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,731
District Rank
#1 of 5

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