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#428 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 24% in state

Richard L. Wilkins Elementary School

Elementary School · Stoughton

1322 Central Street, Stoughton, MA 02072

Enrollment

333

Student-Teacher

12.8:1

Score

7.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#428 of 1,793

In Stoughton

#2 of 8

public schools

In district

#2 of 8

Stoughton

Academic growth

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Richard L. Wilkins Elementary School

7.7/10

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

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About Richard L. Wilkins Elementary School

Richard L. Wilkins Elementary School is a public elementary school in Stoughton, MA, part of Stoughton. Richard L.

Wilkins Elementary School serves approximately 333 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Richard L. Wilkins Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #428 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Richard L. Wilkins Elementary School show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.5 pts above district
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.2
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.7Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change+0.99 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics6.2Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency43.3% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency43.7% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+1.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+1.1 pts
Overall Proficiency44% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-6.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile46th
Resources & Environment4.8Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,473
Chronic Absenteeism23.7%

Richard L. Wilkins Elementary School — Students at Richard L. Wilkins Elementary School score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 45.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 48.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.6% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 82 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2010
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2011
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
42.3%
ELA
43.8%
2019
Math
50.5%
ELA
51.5%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
33.5%
ELA
40.5%
2022
Math
47.3%
ELA
56.8%
2023
Math
59%
ELA
62.7%
2024
Math
57.7%
ELA
47%
2025
Math
43.3%
ELA
43.7%

* 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: 9.7/10.

How Richard L. Wilkins Elementary School Compares

See how Richard L. Wilkins Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.7/10
76th percentile in MA
Academic
6.2/10
Average
Growth
9.7/10
Excellent
Environment
4.8/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.7%

Location

1322 Central Street, Stoughton, MA 02072

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Richard L. Wilkins Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Joseph R Dawe Jr Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is John F Kennedy (rated 7.8/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Canton), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Lt Peter M Hansen (rated 7.4/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Canton), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Stoughton, see our Stoughton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.2 mi
School Distance Rating
O'Donnell Middle School Stoughton 0.2 mi 4.6
AHAVATH TORAH CONGREGATION Stoughton 0.3 mi
Stoughton High Stoughton 0.3 mi 7.1
Joseph H Gibbons Stoughton 1.1 mi 4.1
Helen Hansen Elementary Stoughton 0.9 mi 6.3
Edwin A Jones Early Childhood Center Stoughton 1.0 mi 5.4
Joseph R Dawe Jr Elementary Stoughton 1.2 mi 8.1
Dean S Luce Canton 2.2 mi 7.2
South Elementary Stoughton 2.1 mi 4.9
East Elementary Sharon 2.2 mi 6.8
DBA:CLARKE SCHOOL BOSTON Canton 2.7 mi
ST JOHN THE EVANGELIST SCHOOL Canton 2.4 mi 6.8
Rodman Early Childhood Center Canton 2.7 mi 4.3
Canton High Canton 2.7 mi 7.3
THE BLUE HILL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Canton 3.5 mi
Blue Hills Regional Vocational Technical Canton 3.5 mi 7.5
John F Kennedy Canton 3.3 mi 7.8
Lt Peter M Hansen Canton 3.6 mi 7.4
Wm H Galvin Middle Canton 3.8 mi 8.1
Sharon Early Childhood Center Sharon 3.2 mi 5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02072 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$104,164

Median Home Value

$496,700

Median Rent

$1,993/mo

Population

29,074

College Educated

41%

Homeownership

77.3%

Avg Commute

32.2 min

Poverty Rate

9.2%

Median Age

43.4

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School Rating
Capuano Early Childhood Center Somerville, MA 7.7
Glickman Elementary Springfield, MA 7.7
Goddard School/Science Technical Worcester, MA 7.7
Green Meadows Elementary Hampden, MA 7.7
Guild Elementary School East Boston, MA 7.7
Hildreth Elementary School Harvard, MA 7.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Richard L. Wilkins Elementary School

What grades does Richard L. Wilkins Elementary School serve?

Richard L. Wilkins Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Richard L. Wilkins Elementary School?

Richard L. Wilkins Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 333 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Richard L. Wilkins Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Richard L. Wilkins Elementary School is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Richard L. Wilkins Elementary School rank in MA?

Richard L. Wilkins Elementary School ranks #428 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Richard L. Wilkins Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Richard L. Wilkins Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Richard L. Wilkins Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Richard L. Wilkins Elementary School has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Richard L. Wilkins Elementary School a charter school?

No, Richard L. Wilkins Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Richard L. Wilkins Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Richard L. Wilkins Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
31 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
333
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Norfolk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.7%

District

Stoughton
District Enrollment
3,686
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,473
District Rank
#2 of 8

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