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Leroy E.mayo

Elementary School · Wachusett

351 Bullard Street, Holden, MA 01520

Enrollment

479

Student-Teacher

15.5:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,124 of 1,793

In Holden

#4 of 5

public schools

In district

#7 of 13

Wachusett

Equity

7.6 / 10

Very Good

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Leroy E.mayo

5.7/10

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

Mountview Middle

5.5/10

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7.6/10

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About Leroy E.mayo

Leroy E.mayo is a public elementary school in Holden, MA, part of Wachusett. Leroy E.mayo serves approximately 479 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Leroy E.mayo has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,124 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Leroy E.mayo show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • District avg 5.8
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.2Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-1.7 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.5Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency46.7% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency51.7% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+4.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+9.1 pts
Overall Proficiency49% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)57% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-7.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile50th
Resources & Environment3.3Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,152
Chronic Absenteeism10.6%

Leroy E.mayo — Students at Leroy E.mayo score 49% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 55.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.2% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 58.2% (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
71%
ELA
75%
2010
Math
71%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
74%
ELA
73%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
75%
2013
Math
82%
ELA
69%
2014
Math
78%
ELA
75%
2015
Math
72%
ELA
68%
2016
Math
56%
ELA
60%
2017
Math
60%
ELA
63%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
61%
2019
Math
59%
ELA
61.3%
2020*
Math
39%
ELA
59%
2021*
Math
37.3%
ELA
56.8%
2022
Math
47%
ELA
46.8%
2023
Math
54.3%
ELA
51.3%
2024
Math
49.3%
ELA
44.3%
2025
Math
46.7%
ELA
51.7%

* 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: 6.2/10.

How Leroy E.mayo Compares

See how Leroy E.mayo performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.7/10
37th percentile in MA
Academic
6.5/10
Average
Growth
6.2/10
Average
Environment
3.3/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.6%

Location

351 Bullard Street, Holden, MA 01520

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Leroy E.mayo may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ALHUDA ACADEMY (rated 8.7/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Worcester), which scores notably higher. Another option is Flagg Street (rated 7.9/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Worcester), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Dawson (rated 7.6/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Holden, see our Holden schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Mountview Middle Holden 1.0 mi 5.5
Dawson Holden 1.5 mi 7.6
Davis Hill Elementary Holden 1.7 mi 6.3
Norrback Avenue Worcester 2.2 mi 4.1
HOLDEN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Holden 2.2 mi 5.8
Burncoat Street Worcester 2.5 mi 3.9
West Boylston Junior/Senior High West Boylston 2.5 mi 6.6
BANCROFT SCHOOL Worcester 3.1 mi 7.3
Major Edwards Elementary West Boylston 2.6 mi 5.8
Wachusett Regional High Holden 2.5 mi 6.6
Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School Worcester 3.2 mi 8.2
Nelson Place Worcester 3.7 mi 7.1
Thorndyke Road Worcester 3.8 mi 4.8
Forest Grove Middle Worcester 4.2 mi 5.6
Early Childhood Center Jefferson 3.2 mi 3.3
ALHUDA ACADEMY Worcester 3.5 mi 8.7
Burncoat Senior High Worcester 4.0 mi 6.0
Burncoat Middle School Worcester 4.1 mi 6.6
Francis J McGrath Elementary Worcester 4.4 mi 4.2
Flagg Street Worcester 4.5 mi 7.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01520 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$147,582

Median Home Value

$444,300

Median Rent

$1,578/mo

Population

16,864

College Educated

58.2%

Homeownership

85.3%

Avg Commute

26 min

Poverty Rate

3.6%

Median Age

41.4

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Great Oak Danvers, MA 5.7
King Elementary School Dorchester, MA 5.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Leroy E.mayo

What grades does Leroy E.mayo serve?

Leroy E.mayo serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Leroy E.mayo?

Leroy E.mayo has an enrollment of approximately 479 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Leroy E.mayo?

The student-teacher ratio at Leroy E.mayo is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Leroy E.mayo rank in MA?

Leroy E.mayo ranks #1,124 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Leroy E.mayo's MySchoolScout rating?

Leroy E.mayo has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Leroy E.mayo?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Leroy E.mayo has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Leroy E.mayo a charter school?

No, Leroy E.mayo is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Leroy E.mayo a Title I school?

No, Leroy E.mayo is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
23 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
479
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Worcester County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.6%

District

Wachusett
District Enrollment
6,676
Schools in District
13
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,152
District Rank
#7 of 13

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