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#578 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 32% in state

Northbridge Elementary School

Elementary School · Northbridge

21 Crescent Street, Whitinsville, MA 01588

Enrollment

960

Student-Teacher

14.3:1

Score

7.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#578 of 1,793

In Whitinsville

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#1 of 3

Northbridge

Academic growth

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Northbridge Elementary School

7.2/10

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

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3.7/10

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4.9/10

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About Northbridge Elementary School

Northbridge Elementary School is a public elementary school in Whitinsville, MA, part of Northbridge. Northbridge Elementary School serves approximately 960 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Northbridge Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #578 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Northbridge Elementary School show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.9 pts above MA schools
  • This school 7.2 · Very Good
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.6Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change+0.56 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics5.3Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency36% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency36.7% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-6.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-5.9 pts
Overall Proficiency36% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-8.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile35th
Resources & Environment4.0Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,284
Chronic Absenteeism16.5%

Northbridge Elementary School — Students at Northbridge Elementary School score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 37.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 40.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.6% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 72 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
53%
ELA
60%
2010
Math
47%
ELA
58%
2011
Math
46%
ELA
57%
2012
Math
45%
ELA
46%
2013
Math
48%
ELA
45%
2014
Math
46%
ELA
46%
2015
Math
55%
ELA
50%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
41%
2017
Math
34%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
34%
ELA
36.3%
2019
Math
35.3%
ELA
39.3%
2020*
Math
25%
ELA
40%
2021*
Math
25%
ELA
39.3%
2022
Math
31.8%
ELA
34.8%
2023
Math
41.3%
ELA
36%
2024
Math
42.7%
ELA
36.3%
2025
Math
36%
ELA
36.7%

* 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: 9.6/10.

How Northbridge Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.2/10
68th percentile in MA
Academic
5.3/10
Average
Growth
9.6/10
Excellent
Environment
4.0/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
67 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.5%

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 7.8/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Uxbridge), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Memorial School (rated 7.1/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby Upton), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Millbury Street Elementary School (rated 7.0/10, 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 3.7
WHITINSVILLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Whitinsville 1.6 mi 4.9
Northbridge High Whitinsville 1.8 mi 6.6
Douglas Middle School Douglas 3.4 mi 6.2
Douglas Elementary School Douglas 3.5 mi 3.2
Douglas High School Douglas 3.6 mi 5.6
Douglas Primary School Douglas 3.5 mi 6.6
Whitin Intermediate Uxbridge 3.2 mi 6.6
Taft Early Learning Center Uxbridge 3.6 mi 7.8
South Grafton Elementary South Grafton 4.3 mi 5.3
OUR LADY OF THE VALLEY REGIONAL SCHOOL Uxbridge 4.0 mi 3.3
TOUCHSTONE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Grafton 4.9 mi 6.2
Nipmuc Regional High Upton 4.4 mi 6.2
Blackstone Valley Upton 4.6 mi 7.5
SILVER SPRUCE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Grafton 5.5 mi
COUNTRY MONTESSORI PRIVATE SCHOOL Sutton 4.6 mi
Memorial School Upton 5.0 mi 7.1
Millbury Street Elementary School Grafton 5.8 mi 7.0
Uxbridge High Uxbridge 5.6 mi 6.2
Gateway to College Uxbridge 5.6 mi 4.8

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

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Sumner Elementary School Roslindale, MA 7.3
Goodnow Brothers Elementary School Marlborough, MA 7.1
Jordan/Jackson Elementary Mansfield, MA 7.1

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 ranks #578 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Northbridge Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Northbridge Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Northbridge Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Northbridge Elementary School has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
27 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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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
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.5%

District

Northbridge
District Enrollment
1,865
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,284
District Rank
#1 of 3

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