Average
#692 of 1,791 schools in MA
Top 39% in state
Northbridge Elementary School
Elementary School · Northbridge
21 Crescent Street, Whitinsville, MA 01588
Enrollment
960
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
960
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Whitinsville
#2 of 3
public schools
Massachusetts elementary schools
#426 of 1,022
In district
#2 of 3
Northbridge
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Exceptional
About Northbridge Elementary School
Northbridge Elementary School serves 960 students in grades PK through 05 on Crescent Street in Whitinsville, Massachusetts. With 67 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14.3:1, providing reasonable class sizes for elementary learners. The school currently faces academic challenges, with 35% of students achieving proficiency or above in English Language Arts and 34% in mathematics across all grade levels.
These results place Northbridge Elementary at #1335 out of 1796 Massachusetts elementary schools, indicating significant room for academic growth and improvement in student outcomes. Despite these academic hurdles, the school serves a stable suburban community where families have established roots. The surrounding Whitinsville neighborhood reflects middle-class stability, with a median household income of $88,487 and median home values around $360,300.
About 30% of local residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, and the poverty rate remains relatively low at 8.8% among the area's 10,468 residents. Northbridge Elementary operates as a regular public school within Worcester County's large suburban setting, providing a familiar neighborhood school experience for nearly a thousand young learners in this established Massachusetts community.
Score Breakdown
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Northbridge Elementary School — Students at Northbridge Elementary School score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
0.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 50 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: 9.4/10.
How Northbridge Elementary School Compares
See how Northbridge Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 36% (2019) to 34% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 42% (2019) to 35% (2022).
Location
21 Crescent Street, Whitinsville, MA 01588
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Northbridge Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Taft Early Learning Center (rated 7.4/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Uxbridge), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Memorial School (rated 6.9/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby Upton), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Millbury Street Elementary School (rated 6.5/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby Grafton), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Whitinsville, see our Whitinsville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Northbridge Middle Whitinsville | 1.3 mi | 3.9 |
| WHITINSVILLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Whitinsville | 1.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Northbridge High Whitinsville | 1.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Douglas Middle School Douglas | 3.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Douglas Elementary School Douglas | 3.5 mi | 3.4 |
| Douglas High School Douglas | 3.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Douglas Primary School Douglas | 3.5 mi | 4.0 |
| Whitin Intermediate Uxbridge | 3.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Taft Early Learning Center Uxbridge | 3.6 mi | 7.4 |
| South Grafton Elementary South Grafton | 4.3 mi | 4.6 |
| OUR LADY OF THE VALLEY REGIONAL SCHOOL Uxbridge | 4.0 mi | 3.2 |
| TOUCHSTONE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Grafton | 4.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Nipmuc Regional High Upton | 4.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Blackstone Valley Upton | 4.6 mi | 7.2 |
| SILVER SPRUCE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Grafton | 5.5 mi | — |
| COUNTRY MONTESSORI PRIVATE SCHOOL Sutton | 4.6 mi | — |
| Memorial School Upton | 5.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Millbury Street Elementary School Grafton | 5.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Uxbridge High Uxbridge | 5.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Gateway to College Uxbridge | 5.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01588 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$88,735
Median Home Value
$413,600
Median Rent
$1,263/mo
Population
10,357
College Educated
31%
Homeownership
60.1%
Avg Commute
31.6 min
Poverty Rate
10.7%
Median Age
40.3
Community Profile
The community surrounding Northbridge Elementary School has a median household income of $88,735. It is an area where 31% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $413,600, with a median rent of $1,263/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.7%. The average commute for residents is 32 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Everett W Robinson Mansfield, MA | 6.8 |
| Henry Lord Community School Fall River, MA | 6.8 |
| Caleb Dustin Hunking School Haverhill, MA | 6.7 |
| David Mindess Ashland, MA | 6.7 |
| Garfield Elementary School Revere, MA | 6.7 |
| Johnny Appleseed Leominster, MA | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Northbridge Elementary School
What grades does Northbridge Elementary School serve?
Northbridge Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Northbridge Elementary School?
Northbridge Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 960 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Northbridge Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Northbridge Elementary School is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Northbridge Elementary School rank in MA?
Northbridge Elementary School is ranked #692 out of 1,791 schools in MA.
What is Northbridge Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Northbridge Elementary School has a composite rating of 6.8 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Northbridge Elementary School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Northbridge Elementary School has 36.1% math proficiency and 38.2% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Northbridge Elementary School a charter school?
No, Northbridge Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Northbridge Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Northbridge Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 960
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 67
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Worcester County
- Phone
- (508) 234-8161
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Northbridge- District Enrollment
- 1,865
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,284
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
Other Schools in This District
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