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Richardson Olmsted School

Elementary School · Easton

101 Lothrop Street, North Easton, MA 02356

Enrollment

736

Student-Teacher

13.9:1

Score

6.1

Grades

3rd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#954 of 1,793

In North Easton

#3 of 4

public schools

In district

#3 of 4

Easton

Equity

8.0 / 10

Excellent

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Richardson Olmsted School

6.1/10

Elementary School in North Easton · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.2/10

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8.1/10

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About Richardson Olmsted School

Richardson Olmsted School is a public elementary school in North Easton, MA, part of Easton. Richardson Olmsted School serves approximately 736 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Richardson Olmsted School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #954 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Richardson Olmsted School show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • District avg 5.8
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.9Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-1.8 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.2Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency56.3% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency49.7% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+14.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+7.1 pts
Overall Proficiency53% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)56% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-2.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile59th
Resources & Environment5.0Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,844
Chronic Absenteeism8.2%

Richardson Olmsted School — Students at Richardson Olmsted School score 53% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 58.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 59.7% (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
67%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
64%
ELA
64%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
69%
ELA
60%
2013
Math
70%
ELA
68%
2014
Math
68%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
71%
ELA
65%
2016
Math
64%
ELA
61%
2017
Math
64%
ELA
66%
2018
Math
63.5%
ELA
67%
2019
Math
61.3%
ELA
65.8%
2020*
Math
49%
ELA
60%
2021*
Math
50.5%
ELA
59.5%
2022
Math
50%
ELA
52.8%
2023
Math
56%
ELA
55.3%
2024
Math
59%
ELA
51.3%
2025
Math
56.3%
ELA
49.7%

* 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: 5.9/10.

How Richardson Olmsted School Compares

See how Richardson Olmsted School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.1/10
47th percentile in MA
Academic
7.2/10
Very Good
Growth
5.9/10
Average
Environment
5.0/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
53 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
8.2%

Location

101 Lothrop Street, North Easton, MA 02356

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Richardson Olmsted School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. East Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Sharon), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Blanche A. Ames Elementary School (rated 5.6/10, 0.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, John F Kennedy (rated 5.1/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Brockton), with a comparable rating. For more schools in North Easton, see our North Easton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Easton Middle School North Easton 0.1 mi 7.2
Oliver Ames High North Easton 0.1 mi 8.1
Blanche A. Ames Elementary School North Easton 0.2 mi 5.6
EASTON COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL North Easton 0.5 mi
Hancock Brockton 3.0 mi 3.4
Southeastern Regional Vocational Technical South Easton 3.6 mi 8.5
Joseph H Gibbons Stoughton 4.1 mi 4.1
South Elementary Stoughton 4.0 mi 4.9
Edwin A Jones Early Childhood Center Stoughton 4.6 mi 5.4
East Elementary Sharon 4.4 mi 6.8
Brockton High Brockton 3.5 mi 5.6
Edison Evening Academy Brockton 3.5 mi 5.1
Brockton Virtual Learning Academy Brockton 3.5 mi 4.2
Huntington Therapeutic Day School Brockton 4.0 mi 4.1
West Middle School Brockton 3.7 mi 5.2
Stoughton High Stoughton 5.0 mi 7.1
Sharon Middle Sharon 4.4 mi 8.2
O'Donnell Middle School Stoughton 5.0 mi 4.6
Sharon Early Childhood Center Sharon 4.4 mi 5.5
John F Kennedy Brockton 3.8 mi 5.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02356 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$124,719

Median Home Value

$621,600

Median Rent

$1,710/mo

Population

12,547

College Educated

54.5%

Homeownership

74.6%

Avg Commute

31.8 min

Poverty Rate

8.5%

Median Age

46.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Richardson Olmsted School

What grades does Richardson Olmsted School serve?

Richardson Olmsted School serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.

How many students attend Richardson Olmsted School?

Richardson Olmsted School has an enrollment of approximately 736 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Richardson Olmsted School?

The student-teacher ratio at Richardson Olmsted School is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Richardson Olmsted School rank in MA?

Richardson Olmsted School ranks #954 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Richardson Olmsted School's MySchoolScout rating?

Richardson Olmsted School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Richardson Olmsted School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Richardson Olmsted School has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Richardson Olmsted School a charter school?

No, Richardson Olmsted School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Richardson Olmsted School a Title I school?

No, Richardson Olmsted School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
9 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
736
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
53
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Bristol County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
8.2%

District

Easton
District Enrollment
3,401
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,844
District Rank
#3 of 4

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