Very Good
#553 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 31% in state
Mill Pond School
Middle School · Westborough
6 Olde Hickory Path, Westborough, MA 01581
Enrollment
876
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
7.3
Grades
4th – 6th
Enrollment
876
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
7.3
Grades
4th – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#553 of 1,793
In Westborough
#5 of 6
public schools
In district
#5 of 6
Westborough
Equity
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Mill Pond School
Middle School in Westborough · grades 4th – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Mill Pond School
Mill Pond School is a public middle school in Westborough, MA, part of Westborough. Mill Pond School serves approximately 876 students, and covers grades 4th-6th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Mill Pond School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #553 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Mill Pond School show 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 7.6
- MA avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Mill Pond School — Students at Mill Pond School score 65% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 88 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 5.4/10.
How Mill Pond School Compares
See how Mill Pond School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
6 Olde Hickory Path, Westborough, MA 01581
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mill Pond School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Sarah W Gibbons Middle (rated 7.9/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Robert E. Melican Middle School (rated 7.1/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Northborough), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Grafton Middle (rated 6.9/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Grafton), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Westborough, see our Westborough schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sarah W Gibbons Middle Westborough | 1.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Annie E Fales Westborough | 1.5 mi | 8.2 |
| J Harding Armstrong Westborough | 1.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Westborough High Westborough | 1.7 mi | 8.3 |
| AL-HAMRA ACADEMY Shrewsbury | 2.0 mi | 8.8 |
| EBRIDGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Westborough | 2.5 mi | — |
| Fannie E Proctor Northborough | 3.2 mi | 7.4 |
| North Street Elementary School Grafton | 3.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Floral Street School Shrewsbury | 3.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Elsie A Hastings Elementary Westborough | 2.9 mi | 7.8 |
| North Grafton Elementary North Grafton | 3.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Lincoln Street Northborough | 4.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Grafton Middle Grafton | 3.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Grafton High School Grafton | 3.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Robert E. Melican Middle School Northborough | 4.4 mi | 7.1 |
| SILVER SPRUCE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Grafton | 4.3 mi | — |
| Marion E Zeh Northborough | 4.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Marguerite E Peaslee Northborough | 4.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Spring Street School Shrewsbury | 4.3 mi | 5.4 |
| ST MARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Shrewsbury | 4.1 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01581 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$134,474
Median Home Value
$637,900
Median Rent
$2,038/mo
Population
21,591
College Educated
66%
Homeownership
60.7%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
5%
Median Age
39
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Village School Marblehead, MA | 7.3 |
| Easton Middle School North Easton, MA | 7.2 |
| Winthrop L Chenery Middle Belmont, MA | 7.2 |
| Dedham Middle School Dedham, MA | 7.4 |
| John J Ahern Foxborough, MA | 7.4 |
| Medway Middle Medway, MA | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mill Pond School
What grades does Mill Pond School serve?
Mill Pond School serves students in grades 4th through 6th.
How many students attend Mill Pond School?
Mill Pond School has an enrollment of approximately 876 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mill Pond School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mill Pond School is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mill Pond School rank in MA?
Mill Pond School ranks #553 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Mill Pond School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mill Pond School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Mill Pond School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mill Pond School has 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Mill Pond School a charter school?
No, Mill Pond School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mill Pond School a Title I school?
No, Mill Pond School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 4th – 6th
- Enrollment
- 876
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 73
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Worcester County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.2%
- Phone
- (508) 836-7780
Resources & Links
District
Westborough- District Enrollment
- 3,887
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,205
- District Rank
- #5 of 6
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