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Major Edwards Elementary

Elementary School · West Boylston

70 Crescent Street, West Boylston, MA 01583

Enrollment

455

Student-Teacher

13.4:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,086 of 1,793

In West Boylston

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#2 of 2

West Boylston

Equity

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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Major Edwards Elementary

5.8/10

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

West Boylston Junior/senior High

6.6/10

0.2 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

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5.8/10

2.8 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Major Edwards Elementary

Major Edwards Elementary is a public elementary school in West Boylston, MA, part of West Boylston. Major Edwards Elementary serves approximately 455 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Major Edwards Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,086 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Major Edwards Elementary show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts below MA schools
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.7Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-2.37 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.8Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency62% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency36% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+19.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-6.6 pts
Overall Proficiency49% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)54% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-4.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile53th
Resources & Environment7.0Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,644
Chronic Absenteeism11.4%

Major Edwards Elementary — Students at Major Edwards Elementary score 49% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 61.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.2% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 55.6% (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
66%
ELA
68%
2010
Math
61%
ELA
70%
2011
Math
61%
ELA
65%
2012
Math
64%
ELA
64%
2013
Math
73%
ELA
71%
2014
Math
68%
ELA
71%
2015
Math
70%
ELA
63%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
62.3%
ELA
62.5%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
51.8%
ELA
62.3%
2022
Math
62.3%
ELA
51%
2023
Math
59.3%
ELA
49%
2024
Math
63.3%
ELA
35.3%
2025
Math
62%
ELA
36%

* 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: 4.7/10.

How Major Edwards Elementary Compares

See how Major Edwards Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.8/10
40th percentile in MA
Academic
6.8/10
Average
Growth
4.7/10
Below Average
Environment
7.0/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.4%

Location

70 Crescent Street, West Boylston, MA 01583

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Major Edwards Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ALHUDA ACADEMY (rated 8.7/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Worcester), which scores notably higher. Another option is Boylston Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Boylston), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Dawson (rated 7.6/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Holden), which scores notably higher. For more schools in West Boylston, see our West Boylston schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.4 mi
School Distance Rating
West Boylston Junior/Senior High West Boylston 0.2 mi 6.6
Houghton Elementary Sterling 2.8 mi 5.8
Chocksett Middle School Sterling 2.9 mi 7.2
Norrback Avenue Worcester 3.1 mi 4.1
Leroy E.Mayo Holden 2.6 mi 5.7
Burncoat Street Worcester 3.5 mi 3.9
Mountview Middle Holden 3.2 mi 5.5
ALHUDA ACADEMY Worcester 4.0 mi 8.7
Clark St Community Worcester 4.2 mi 6.8
Boylston Elementary School Boylston 3.7 mi 8.7
Tahanto Regional High Boylston 3.5 mi 8.2
Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School Worcester 4.7 mi 8.2
Worcester Arts Magnet School Worcester 4.8 mi 4.9
Thorndyke Road Worcester 4.9 mi 4.8
Dawson Holden 4.1 mi 7.6
BANCROFT SCHOOL Worcester 4.9 mi 7.3
Davis Hill Elementary Holden 3.8 mi 6.3
Burncoat Senior High Worcester 5.1 mi 6.0
Burncoat Middle School Worcester 5.2 mi 6.6
Lincoln Street Worcester 5.4 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01583 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$100,427

Median Home Value

$399,700

Median Rent

$1,248/mo

Population

7,516

College Educated

41.9%

Homeownership

80%

Avg Commute

25.2 min

Poverty Rate

8.3%

Median Age

46

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Everett Elementary School Dorchester, MA 5.8
Haley Pilot School Roslindale, MA 5.8
Holmes Elementary School Dorchester, MA 5.8
Houghton Elementary Sterling, MA 5.8
Hurley K-8 School Boston, MA 5.8
John J McGlynn Elementary School Medford, MA 5.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Major Edwards Elementary

What grades does Major Edwards Elementary serve?

Major Edwards Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Major Edwards Elementary?

Major Edwards Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 455 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Major Edwards Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Major Edwards Elementary is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Major Edwards Elementary rank in MA?

Major Edwards Elementary ranks #1,086 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Major Edwards Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Major Edwards Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Major Edwards Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Major Edwards Elementary has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Major Edwards Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Major Edwards Elementary a Title I school?

No, Major Edwards Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
36 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
455
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Worcester County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.4%

District

West Boylston
District Enrollment
903
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,644
District Rank
#2 of 2

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