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Mildred Aitken School

Elementary School · Seekonk

165 Newman Avenue, Seekonk, MA 02771

Enrollment

575

Student-Teacher

13.1:1

Score

5.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,312 of 1,793

In Seekonk

#4 of 4

public schools

In district

#4 of 4

Seekonk

Equity

7.6 / 10

Very Good

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Mildred Aitken School

5.1/10

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

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7.7/10

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About Mildred Aitken School

Mildred Aitken School is a public elementary school in Seekonk, MA, part of Seekonk. Mildred Aitken School serves approximately 575 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Mildred Aitken School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,312 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Mildred Aitken School show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.7 pts below district
  • This school 5.1 · Average
  • District avg 6.8
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.2Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-3.15 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.0Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency54% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency45.7% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+11.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+3.1 pts
Overall Proficiency50% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)53% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-2.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile56th
Resources & Environment6.8Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,970
Chronic Absenteeism9.4%

Mildred Aitken School — Students at Mildred Aitken School score 50% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 64.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 64.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.6% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 82 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
74%
ELA
81%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
80%
2012
Math
79%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
73%
ELA
68%
2014
Math
71%
ELA
70%
2015
Math
88%
ELA
79%
2016
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
64%
ELA
68%
2018
Math
66%
ELA
71.5%
2019
Math
72.5%
ELA
69.8%
2020*
Math
57%
ELA
75%
2021*
Math
55%
ELA
72.3%
2022
Math
59.8%
ELA
55.3%
2023
Math
62.7%
ELA
53.3%
2024
Math
58.7%
ELA
42.3%
2025
Math
54%
ELA
45.7%

* 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: 3.2/10.

How Mildred Aitken School Compares

See how Mildred Aitken School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.1/10
27th percentile in MA
Academic
7.0/10
Very Good
Growth
3.2/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.8/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
44 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.4%

Location

165 Newman Avenue, Seekonk, MA 02771

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mildred Aitken School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Orlo Avenue School (rated 8.0/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby East Providence), which scores notably higher. Another option is Myron J. Francis Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Rumford), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST CECILIA SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Pawtucket), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Seekonk, see our Seekonk schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Seekonk High Seekonk 0.7 mi 7.7
Seekonk Transitions Academy Seekonk 0.7 mi
THE WOLF SCHOOL Rumford 0.7 mi 5.4
Dr. Kevin M. Hurley Middle School Seekonk 1.1 mi 7.4
ST MARGARET SCHOOL Rumford 0.8 mi 4.9
Myron J. Francis Elementary Rumford 1.4 mi 7.9
ST TERESA SCHOOL Pawtucket 1.9 mi 5.4
East Providence High East Providence 2.0 mi 5.7
PROVIDENCE COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL East Providence 2.2 mi 6.8
Fallon Memorial School Pawtucket 2.1 mi 5.9
Orlo Avenue School East Providence 2.1 mi 8.0
DARLINGTON EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Pawtucket 2.3 mi
Potter-Burns School Pawtucket 2.7 mi 5.0
Lyman B. Goff Middle School Pawtucket 2.7 mi 5.2
Emma G. Whiteknact School East Providence 2.6 mi 6.7
OCEAN STATE MONTESSORI SCHOOL East Providence 2.7 mi 5.3
ST CECILIA SCHOOL Pawtucket 3.1 mi 7.3
Elizabeth Baldwin School Pawtucket 3.1 mi 5.5
Joseph Jenks Middle School Pawtucket 2.8 mi 4.2
Jacqueline M. Walsh School Pawtucket 2.8 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02771 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$116,310

Median Home Value

$461,600

Median Rent

$1,808/mo

Population

15,573

College Educated

43.3%

Homeownership

85.1%

Avg Commute

27.4 min

Poverty Rate

4.4%

Median Age

46.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mildred Aitken School

What grades does Mildred Aitken School serve?

Mildred Aitken School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Mildred Aitken School?

Mildred Aitken School has an enrollment of approximately 575 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mildred Aitken School?

The student-teacher ratio at Mildred Aitken School is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mildred Aitken School rank in MA?

Mildred Aitken School ranks #1,312 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Mildred Aitken School's MySchoolScout rating?

Mildred Aitken School 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 Mildred Aitken School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mildred Aitken School has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Mildred Aitken School a charter school?

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

Is Mildred Aitken School a Title I school?

No, Mildred Aitken School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
16 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
575
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
44
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Bristol County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.4%

District

Seekonk
District Enrollment
2,061
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,970
District Rank
#4 of 4

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