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Mulready Elementary

Elementary School · Hudson

306 Cox Street, Hudson, MA 01749

Enrollment

237

Student-Teacher

8.8:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,071 of 1,793

In Hudson

#1 of 5

public schools

In district

#1 of 5

Hudson

School environment

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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Mulready Elementary

5.8/10

Elementary School in Hudson · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Forest Avenue Elementary

5.6/10

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5.0/10

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About Mulready Elementary

Mulready Elementary is a public elementary school in Hudson, MA, part of Hudson. Mulready Elementary serves approximately 237 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 8.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Mulready Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,071 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Mulready Elementary show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 5.5
  • MA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 8.8:1 students to teachers, Mulready Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Mulready Elementary sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.5Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-2.94 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.4Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency49.5% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+7.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+9.4 pts
Overall Proficiency51% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+0.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile62th
Resources & Environment9.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,699
Chronic Absenteeism13.9%

Mulready Elementary — Students at Mulready Elementary score 51% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 51.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.8% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 50.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.6% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 56 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
67.7%
ELA
56.7%
2019
Math
64%
ELA
54%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
41.3%
ELA
50%
2022
Math
33.7%
ELA
31.7%
2023
Math
38%
ELA
47%
2024
Math
39%
ELA
41.5%
2025
Math
49.5%
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: 3.5/10.

How Mulready Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
5.8/10
40th percentile in MA
Academic
7.4/10
Very Good
Growth
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.0/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.9%

Location

306 Cox Street, Hudson, MA 01749

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mulready Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Goodnow Brothers Elementary School (rated 7.1/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Marlborough), which scores notably higher. Another option is Francis J Kane (rated 6.0/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Marlborough), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Florence Sawyer School (rated 6.0/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Bolton), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Hudson, see our Hudson schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Forest Avenue Elementary Hudson 0.5 mi 5.6
David J. Quinn Middle School Hudson 1.2 mi 5.0
DARNELL SCHOOL FOR EDUCATIONAL & BEHAVIORAL SERVIC Hudson 1.5 mi
Charles Jaworek School Marlborough 2.2 mi 3.8
Marlborough High Marlborough 2.4 mi 6.0
C A Farley Hudson 1.8 mi 5.1
Goodnow Brothers Elementary School Marlborough 2.4 mi 7.1
Assabet Valley Vocational High School Marlborough 2.4 mi 6.6
1 LT Charles W. Whitcomb School Marlborough 2.8 mi 3.8
Hudson High Hudson 2.3 mi 5.7
THE COTTAGE CHILDRENS CENTER Marlborough 3.1 mi
Early Childhood Center Marlborough 3.3 mi 3.3
MEADOWBROOK CHILD GARDEN Marlborough 2.8 mi
Center School Stow 3.2 mi 5.6
Hale Stow 3.5 mi 8.0
Francis J Kane Marlborough 3.9 mi 6.0
GLENHAVEN ACADEMY Marlborough 4.1 mi 7.0
Richer Marlborough 4.5 mi 2.4
Advanced Math and Science Academy Charter School Marlborough 4.8 mi 7.1
Florence Sawyer School Bolton 4.1 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01749 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$107,202

Median Home Value

$480,300

Median Rent

$1,416/mo

Population

19,959

College Educated

47.3%

Homeownership

74.5%

Avg Commute

28.4 min

Poverty Rate

4.7%

Median Age

43.3

Similar Schools

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Everett Elementary School Dorchester, MA 5.8
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Houghton Elementary Sterling, MA 5.8
John Breen School Lawrence, MA 5.8
MOUNT ALVERNIA ACADEMY Chestnut Hill, MA 5.8
Memorial West Springfield, MA 5.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mulready Elementary

What grades does Mulready Elementary serve?

Mulready Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Mulready Elementary?

Mulready Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 237 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mulready Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Mulready Elementary is 8.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mulready Elementary rank in MA?

Mulready Elementary ranks #1,071 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Mulready Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Mulready 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 Mulready Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mulready Elementary has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Mulready Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Mulready Elementary a Title I school?

No, Mulready Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
28 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
237
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.9%

District

Hudson
District Enrollment
2,340
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,699
District Rank
#1 of 5

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