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Memorial

Elementary School · Hopedale

6 Prospect Street, Hopedale, MA 01747

Enrollment

548

Student-Teacher

11.9:1

Score

5.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,305 of 1,793

In Hopedale

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#2 of 3

Hopedale

Equity

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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Memorial

5.1/10

Elementary School in Hopedale · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Hopedale JR SR High

5.9/10

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3.4/10

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About Memorial

Memorial is a public elementary school in Hopedale, MA, part of Hopedale. Memorial serves approximately 548 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Memorial has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,305 of 1,793 schools in MA.

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

How it compares1.2 pts below MA schools
  • This school 5.1 · Average
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.1Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-3.19 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.2Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency52.8% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+10.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+9.4 pts
Overall Proficiency52% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)55% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-3.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile59th
Resources & Environment6.8Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,929
Chronic Absenteeism13%

Memorial — Students at Memorial score 52% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 59.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.1% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 60.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.7% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 96 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
67%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
76%
ELA
76%
2011
Math
74%
ELA
79%
2012
Math
68%
ELA
73%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
76%
2014
Math
73%
ELA
81%
2015
Math
75%
ELA
78%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2017
Math
70%
ELA
68%
2018
Math
69.8%
ELA
71%
2019
Math
68.2%
ELA
69.2%
2020*
Math
43%
ELA
58%
2021*
Math
44.6%
ELA
58.6%
2022
Math
51.4%
ELA
46.8%
2023
Math
56.3%
ELA
48%
2024
Math
56.3%
ELA
42%
2025
Math
52.8%
ELA
52%

* 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: 3.1/10.

How Memorial Compares

See how Memorial performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.1/10
27th percentile in MA
Academic
7.2/10
Very Good
Growth
3.1/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.8/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
46 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.0%

Location

6 Prospect Street, Hopedale, MA 01747

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Memorial may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hopkins Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby Hopkinton), which scores notably higher. Another option is Henry P Clough (rated 6.8/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Mendon), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Brookside (rated 6.3/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Milford), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hopedale, see our Hopedale schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Hopedale Jr Sr High Hopedale 0.2 mi 5.9
Park Street School Hopedale 0.5 mi 3.4
Shining Star Early Childhood Center Milford 1.2 mi 3.8
Milford High Milford 1.2 mi 4.8
Brookside Milford 1.3 mi 6.3
Memorial Milford 1.2 mi 5.4
Stacy Middle Milford 1.2 mi 3.3
Woodland Milford 1.8 mi 5.0
Henry P Clough Mendon 1.9 mi 6.8
Miscoe Hill School Mendon 1.9 mi 7.0
BETHANY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mendon 2.7 mi 6.0
RIVERSIDE SCHOOL Milford 2.4 mi
EVERGREEN CENTER Milford 2.7 mi 7.9
Bellingham Early Childhood Center Bellingham 4.1 mi 3.6
Stall Brook Bellingham 4.1 mi 5.0
Bellingham Memorial School Bellingham 5.0 mi 4.8
Hopkins Elementary School Hopkinton 5.8 mi 8.0
Nipmuc Regional High Upton 4.6 mi 6.2
Blackstone Valley Upton 4.6 mi 7.5
Marathon Elementary School Hopkinton 5.9 mi 5.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01747 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$115,216

Median Home Value

$456,000

Median Rent

$1,819/mo

Population

6,024

College Educated

48.4%

Homeownership

76.8%

Poverty Rate

4.2%

Median Age

43.8

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John F Kennedy Brockton, MA 5.1
Joseph A Campbell Elementary Dracut, MA 5.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Memorial

What grades does Memorial serve?

Memorial serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Memorial?

Memorial has an enrollment of approximately 548 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Memorial?

The student-teacher ratio at Memorial is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Memorial rank in MA?

Memorial ranks #1,305 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Memorial's MySchoolScout rating?

Memorial 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 Memorial?

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

Is Memorial a charter school?

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

Is Memorial a Title I school?

No, Memorial is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
39 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
548
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
46
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Worcester County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.0%

District

Hopedale
District Enrollment
1,101
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,929
District Rank
#2 of 3

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