Below Average
#1418 of 1,793 schools in MA
Based on limited data
Meetinghouse School
Elementary School · Ashburnham-Westminster
8 South Street, Westminster, MA 01473
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on MA statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
195
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Enrollment
195
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,418 of 1,793
In Westminster
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#4 of 5
Ashburnham-Westminster
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Meetinghouse School
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About Meetinghouse School
Meetinghouse School is a public elementary school in Westminster, MA, part of Ashburnham-Westminster. Meetinghouse School serves approximately 195 students, and covers grades Pre-K-1st, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Meetinghouse School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,418 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 5.4
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 195 students, Meetinghouse School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Score Breakdown
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Test Scores
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How Meetinghouse School Compares
See how Meetinghouse School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
8 South Street, Westminster, MA 01473
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Meetinghouse School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Reingold Elementary (rated 6.6/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Fitchburg), which scores notably higher. Another option is Briggs Elementary (rated 6.2/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby Ashburnham), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HOLY FAMILY ACADEMY (rated 5.7/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby Gardner), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Westminster, see our Westminster schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Westminster Elementary Westminster | 0.1 mi | 5.4 |
| WACHUSETT HILLS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Gardner | 2.5 mi | — |
| Montachusett Regional Vocational Technical Fitchburg | 2.8 mi | 8.6 |
| Overlook Middle School Ashburnham | 4.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Oakmont Regional High School Ashburnham | 4.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Briggs Elementary Ashburnham | 5.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Gardner Elementary School Gardner | 4.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Gardner Academy for Learning and Technology Gardner | 4.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Gardner Middle School Gardner | 4.5 mi | 4.4 |
| Gardner High Gardner | 4.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Reingold Elementary Fitchburg | 4.5 mi | 6.6 |
| HOLY FAMILY ACADEMY Gardner | 5.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Memorial Middle School Fitchburg | 5.4 mi | 6.9 |
| APPLEWILD SCHOOL Fitchburg | 6.2 mi | 7.0 |
| South Street Early Learning Center Fitchburg | 6.1 mi | 3.6 |
| Arthur M Longsjo Middle School Fitchburg | 6.4 mi | 4.4 |
| Hubbardston Center Hubbardston | 6.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Crocker Elementary Fitchburg | 6.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Thomas Prince Princeton | 7.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Sizer School: A North Central Charter Essential School Fitchburg | 6.9 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01473 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$101,161
Median Home Value
$394,000
Median Rent
$1,643/mo
Population
8,289
College Educated
41.1%
Homeownership
87.5%
Poverty Rate
2.7%
Median Age
47.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Alice A Macomber Westport, MA | 4.7 |
| Clarke Swampscott, MA | 4.7 |
| Provincetown Schools Provincetown, MA | 4.7 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Wakefield, MA | 4.7 |
| ST MONICA SCHOOL Methuen, MA | 4.7 |
| THE SAINTS ACADEMY Beverly, MA | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Meetinghouse School
What grades does Meetinghouse School serve?
Meetinghouse School serves students in grades Pre-K through 1st.
How many students attend Meetinghouse School?
Meetinghouse School has an enrollment of approximately 195 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Meetinghouse School?
The student-teacher ratio at Meetinghouse School is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Meetinghouse School rank in MA?
Meetinghouse School ranks #1,418 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Meetinghouse School's MySchoolScout rating?
Meetinghouse School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Meetinghouse School a charter school?
No, Meetinghouse School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Meetinghouse School a Title I school?
No, Meetinghouse School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 1st
- Enrollment
- 195
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Worcester County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.3%
- Phone
- (978) 874-0163
Resources & Links
District
Ashburnham-Westminster- District Enrollment
- 2,264
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,301
- District Rank
- #4 of 5
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