Excellent
#109 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 6% in state
Paul P Gates Elementary School
Elementary School · Acton-Boxborough
75 Spruce Street, Acton, MA 01720
Enrollment
356
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
356
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#109 of 1,793
In Acton
#1 of 8
public schools
In district
#1 of 9
Acton-Boxborough
Equity
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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Paul P Gates Elementary School
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About Paul P Gates Elementary School
Paul P Gates Elementary School is a public elementary school in Acton, MA, part of Acton-Boxborough. Paul P Gates Elementary School serves approximately 356 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Paul P Gates Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10 and ranks #109 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Paul P Gates Elementary School show 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025).
What's said publicly about Paul P Gates Elementary School
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- This school 8.9 · Excellent
- District avg 7.4
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Paul P Gates Elementary School — Students at Paul P Gates Elementary School score 84% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 86 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: 9.1/10.
How Paul P Gates Elementary School Compares
See how Paul P Gates Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
75 Spruce Street, Acton, MA 01720
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Paul P Gates Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Luther Conant School (rated 8.1/10, 1.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is OAK MEADOW SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Littleton), with a comparable rating. Additionally, McCarthy-Towne School (rated 7.8/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Acton, see our Acton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| C.T. Douglas Elementary School Acton | 0.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Carol Huebner Early Childhood Program Acton | 0.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Acton-Boxborough Regional High Acton | 0.8 mi | 8.2 |
| Raymond J Grey Junior High Acton | 0.8 mi | 8.9 |
| McCarthy-Towne School Acton | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Merriam School Acton | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Blanchard Memorial School Boxborough | 1.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Luther Conant School Acton | 1.9 mi | 8.1 |
| Hale Stow | 3.2 mi | 8.0 |
| Shaker Lane Elementary Littleton | 3.6 mi | 5.7 |
| THE IMAGO SCHOOL ASSOCIATION Maynard | 3.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Center School Stow | 3.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Green Meadow Maynard | 3.9 mi | 6.5 |
| OAK MEADOW SCHOOL Littleton | 3.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Fowler School Maynard | 4.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Maynard High Maynard | 4.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Littleton Middle School Littleton | 4.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Russell St Elementary Littleton | 4.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Littleton High School Littleton | 4.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Thoreau Concord | 4.3 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01720 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$154,101
Median Home Value
$766,500
Median Rent
$1,908/mo
Population
23,322
College Educated
77.8%
Homeownership
75.4%
Avg Commute
35.2 min
Poverty Rate
3.5%
Median Age
44.1
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| James Russell Lowell Watertown, MA | 8.9 |
| John F Kennedy Somerville, MA | 8.9 |
| Lillian M Jacobs Hull, MA | 8.9 |
| Loker School Wayland, MA | 8.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Paul P Gates Elementary School
What grades does Paul P Gates Elementary School serve?
Paul P Gates Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Paul P Gates Elementary School?
Paul P Gates Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 356 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Paul P Gates Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Paul P Gates Elementary School is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Paul P Gates Elementary School rank in MA?
Paul P Gates Elementary School ranks #109 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Paul P Gates Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Paul P Gates Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 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 Paul P Gates Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Paul P Gates Elementary School has 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025).
Is Paul P Gates Elementary School a charter school?
No, Paul P Gates Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Paul P Gates Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Paul P Gates Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 356
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.9%
- Phone
- (978) 266-2570
Resources & Links
District
Acton-Boxborough- District Enrollment
- 5,099
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,933
- District Rank
- #1 of 9
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