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#169 of 1,791 schools in MA

Top 9% in state

Peter Noyes

Elementary School · Sudbury

280 Old Sudbury Road, Sudbury, MA 01776

Enrollment

571

Student-Teacher

13:1

Score

8.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Sudbury

#2 of 6

public schools

Massachusetts elementary schools

#106 of 1,022

In district

#2 of 5

Sudbury

Equity

9.6 / 10

Exceptional

About Peter Noyes

Peter Noyes is a public elementary school in Sudbury, MA, part of the Sudbury. The school serves approximately 571 students in grades Pre-K – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 13:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.4/10, placing it in the 90.6th percentile among MA schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 72% proficiency in math, 29 points above the state average and 73% in reading/language arts, 27 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in student growth (8.4/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $234,634, where 84% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a fringe rural setting.

What Parents Should Know

Located in a rural area, Peter Noyes may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.4Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data7
Annual Change-0.59 pts/yr
Data Period2018–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.3Exceptional30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency74%
Reading/ELA Proficiency70%
Math vs. State Avg+31.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+27.4 pts
Overall Proficiency72%
Expected (poverty-adj.)59%
vs. Expected+13.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile89th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment6.9Above Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,666

Peter Noyes — Students at Peter Noyes score 72% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

0%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 71.7%
School
State
43.0%
ELA Proficiency 73.1%
School
State
45.6%

Based on 60 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2018
Math
76.3%
ELA
77%
2019
Math
72.8%
ELA
76%
2021*
Math
64%
ELA
73.5%
2022
Math
74%
ELA
70.3%
2023
Math
71.7%
ELA
74.3%
2024
Math
71%
ELA
67%
2025
Math
73.7%
ELA
73.7%

* 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: 8.4/10.

How Peter Noyes Compares

See how Peter Noyes performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.4/10
91th percentile in MA
Academic
9.3/10
9.3/10
Growth
8.4/10
Above average
Environment
6.9/10
Above average

Location

280 Old Sudbury Road, Sudbury, MA 01776

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Peter Noyes may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Happy Hollow School (rated 9.3/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Wayland), which scores slightly higher. Another option is General John Nixon Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, King Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Framingham), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Sudbury, see our Sudbury schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.1 mi
School Distance Rating
General John Nixon Elementary Sudbury 0.7 mi 8.2
Lincoln-Sudbury Regional High Sudbury 1.2 mi 7.6
Ephraim Curtis Middle Sudbury 1.3 mi 8.9
WILLOW HILL SCHOOL Sudbury 2.1 mi 6.2
Israel Loring School Sudbury 2.3 mi 6.4
Josiah Haynes Sudbury 2.3 mi 7.8
CORWIN-RUSSELL SCHOOL AT BROCCOLI HALL Sudbury 2.7 mi 6.5
Potter Road Framingham 3.2 mi 3.3
Cameron Middle School Framingham 3.4 mi 5.0
The Children's Way Preschool Wayland 2.8 mi
Wayland High School Wayland 3.3 mi 8.4
Willard Concord 3.5 mi 7.2
Mary E Stapleton Elementary Framingham 3.9 mi 4.9
Hemenway Framingham 3.8 mi 5.2
THE BRIGHTON SCHOOL Framingham 3.9 mi 5.5
METROWEST JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Framingham 4.0 mi 5.8
Maynard High Maynard 3.5 mi 8.5
King Elementary School Framingham 4.0 mi 8.1
Happy Hollow School Wayland 3.7 mi 9.3
Concord Middle Concord 4.1 mi 8.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01776 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$234,634

Median Home Value

$939,400

Median Rent

$1,427/mo

Population

19,067

College Educated

84.4%

Homeownership

90.2%

Avg Commute

35.7 min

Poverty Rate

2.6%

Median Age

43.5

Community Profile

The community surrounding Peter Noyes has a median household income of $234,634. It is a well-educated community where 84% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $939,400, with a median rent of $1,427/month. The local poverty rate of 2.6% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 36 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Brown Natick, MA 8.4
C C Burr Auburndale, MA 8.4
Michael Driscoll Brookline, MA 8.4
Oak Ridge East Sandwich, MA 8.4
Station Avenue Elementary South Yarmouth, MA 8.4
Steward Elementary Topsfield, MA 8.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Peter Noyes

What grades does Peter Noyes serve?

Peter Noyes serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Peter Noyes?

Peter Noyes has an enrollment of approximately 571 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Peter Noyes?

The student-teacher ratio at Peter Noyes is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Peter Noyes rank in MA?

Peter Noyes is ranked #169 out of 1,791 schools in MA.

What is Peter Noyes's MySchoolScout rating?

Peter Noyes has a composite rating of 8.4 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 Peter Noyes?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Peter Noyes has 71.7% math proficiency and 73.1% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Peter Noyes a charter school?

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

Is Peter Noyes a Title I school?

No, Peter Noyes is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
30 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
Average (336/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Sudbury). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
571
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers (FTE)
44
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Middlesex County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Sudbury
District Enrollment
2,539
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,236
District Rank
#2 of 5

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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