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#1639 of 1,793 schools in MA

R. H. Conwell

Elementary School · Worthington

147 Huntington Road, Worthington, MA 01098

Enrollment

73

Student-Teacher

8.1:1

Score

4.0

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,639 of 1,793

School environment

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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R. H. Conwell

4.0/10

Elementary School in Worthington · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

New Hingham Regional Elementary

7.5/10

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8.6/10

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About R. H. Conwell

R. H. Conwell is a public elementary school in Worthington, MA, part of Worthington.

R. H. Conwell serves approximately 73 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 8.1:1 student-teacher ratio.

R. H. Conwell has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,639 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for R. H. Conwell show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025).

How it compares2.3 pts below MA schools
  • This school 4.0 · Below Average
  • MA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 73 students, R. H. Conwell is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 8.1:1 students to teachers, R. H. Conwell sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

R. H. Conwell 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 Progress2.8Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data11
Annual Change-3.38 pts/yr
Data Period2015–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics2.8Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency18% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency24% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-23 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-15.3 pts
Overall Proficiency21% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)51% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-30.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile10th
Resources & Environment8.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$25,737
Chronic Absenteeism19.2%

R. H. Conwell — Students at R. H. Conwell score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 29.1% (multi-year average, 2015-2025)
School
State
41.9% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 38.9% (multi-year average, 2015-2025)
School
State
43.5% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)

Based on 40 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2015
Math
30%
ELA
30%
2016
Math
30%
ELA
30%
2017
Math
30%
ELA
49.5%
2018
Math
30%
ELA
49.5%
2019
Math
33%
ELA
46.3%
2020*
Math
24.5%
ELA
64.5%
2021*
Math
26.8%
ELA
62.3%
2022
Math
33.5%
ELA
38.8%
2023
Math
31.5%
ELA
27.5%
2024
Math
30.5%
ELA
20.5%
2025
Math
18%
ELA
24%

* 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: 2.8/10.

How R. H. Conwell Compares

See how R. H. Conwell performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.0/10
9th percentile in MA
Academic
2.8/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
2.8/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.7/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
8:1 student-teacher ratio
9 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.2%

Location

147 Huntington Road, Worthington, MA 01098

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering R. H. Conwell may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Anne T. Dunphy School (rated 9.4/10, 10.6 miles away, in nearby Williamsburg), which scores notably higher. Another option is Chester Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 7.4 miles away, in nearby Chester), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Farmington River Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 15.6 miles away, in nearby Otis), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Worthington, see our Worthington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 13.3 mi
School Distance Rating
New Hingham Regional Elementary Chesterfield 4.5 mi 7.5
Chester Elementary Chester 7.4 mi 8.6
Becket Washington School Becket 8.8 mi 6.1
Gateway Regional High Huntington 10.9 mi 5.8
Gateway Regional Middle School Huntington 10.9 mi 4.3
Littleville Elementary School Huntington 10.9 mi 4.4
Sanderson Academy Ashfield 9.9 mi 7.9
Emma L Miller Elementary School Savoy 12.1 mi 7.7
Kittredge Hinsdale 9.8 mi 7.5
Westhampton Elementary School Westhampton 10.5 mi 4.6
Hampshire Regional High Westhampton 10.8 mi 6.9
Anne T. Dunphy School Williamsburg 10.6 mi 9.4
Nessacus Regional Middle School Dalton 11.3 mi 7.5
Wahconah Regional High Dalton 11.4 mi 8.0
Hawlemont Regional Charlemont 16.0 mi 8.0
ST AGNES ACADEMY Dalton 12.8 mi 5.9
Leeds Leeds 12.7 mi 8.0
THE ACADEMY AT CHARLEMONT Charlemont 16.2 mi 6.3
Farmington River Elementary Otis 15.6 mi 8.6
Craneville Dalton 13.3 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01098 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$93,000

Median Home Value

$355,000

Median Rent

$592/mo

Population

1,019

College Educated

45.6%

Homeownership

93.3%

Avg Commute

39.7 min

Poverty Rate

3.9%

Median Age

59.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about R. H. Conwell

What grades does R. H. Conwell serve?

R. H. Conwell serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend R. H. Conwell?

R. H. Conwell has an enrollment of approximately 73 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at R. H. Conwell?

The student-teacher ratio at R. H. Conwell is 8.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does R. H. Conwell rank in MA?

R. H. Conwell ranks #1,639 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is R. H. Conwell's MySchoolScout rating?

R. H. Conwell has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 R. H. Conwell?

Based on loaded state assessment records, R. H. Conwell has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025).

Is R. H. Conwell a charter school?

No, R. H. Conwell is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is R. H. Conwell a Title I school?

No, R. H. Conwell is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
21 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
14 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
73
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
9
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Hampshire County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.2%

District

Worthington
District Enrollment
73
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$25,737
District Rank
#1 of 1

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