Very Good
#407 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 23% in state
Sprague Elementary School
Elementary School · Wellesley
401 School Street, Wellesley, MA 02482
Enrollment
293
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
293
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#407 of 1,793
In Wellesley
#9 of 10
public schools
In district
#9 of 10
Wellesley
School environment
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Sprague Elementary School
Sprague Elementary School is a public elementary school in Wellesley, MA, part of Wellesley. Sprague Elementary School serves approximately 293 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Sprague Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #407 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Sprague Elementary School show 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 8.7
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Sprague Elementary School — Students at Sprague Elementary School score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 76 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: 6.1/10.
How Sprague Elementary School Compares
See how Sprague Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
401 School Street, Wellesley, MA 02482
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sprague Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. John D Hardy (rated 9.8/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Newman Elementary (rated 9.6/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Needham), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Katharine Lee Bates (rated 9.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Wellesley, see our Wellesley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Ernest F Upham Wellesley | 0.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Wellesley Middle Wellesley | 0.4 mi | 9.6 |
| Hunnewell Wellesley | 0.7 mi | 9.0 |
| Katharine Lee Bates Wellesley | 0.7 mi | 9.3 |
| John D Hardy Wellesley | 0.6 mi | 9.8 |
| DANA HALL SCHOOL Wellesley | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Wellesley Sr High Wellesley | 1.0 mi | 8.9 |
| TENACRE COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Wellesley | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| MONTESSORI DAY SCHOOL OF WELLESLEY HILLS Wellesley Hls | 1.3 mi | — |
| Lilja Elementary Natick | 1.6 mi | 6.6 |
| THE RIVERS SCHOOL Weston | 1.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Weston Middle Weston | 2.4 mi | 8.3 |
| RIVERBEND SCHOOL Natick | 2.3 mi | 6.8 |
| THE TREMONT SCHOOL Weston | 2.4 mi | — |
| Weston High Weston | 2.5 mi | 9.4 |
| BRANDON SCHOOL & RESIDENTAL TREATMENT Natick | 2.1 mi | 8.2 |
| ST JOHN SCHOOL Wellesley | 2.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Memorial Natick | 2.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Schofield Wellesley | 2.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Newman Elementary Needham | 2.7 mi | 9.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02482 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$240,069
Median Home Value
$1,255,200
Median Rent
$2,674/mo
Population
10,758
College Educated
83.5%
Homeownership
80%
Avg Commute
31.4 min
Poverty Rate
4%
Median Age
47.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Birch Meadow Reading, MA | 7.8 |
| Center Longmeadow, MA | 7.8 |
| Colegrove Park Elementary North Adams, MA | 7.8 |
| Daniel Butler Belmont, MA | 7.8 |
| Eastham Elementary Eastham, MA | 7.8 |
| Harvard-Kent Elementary School Charlestown, MA | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sprague Elementary School
What grades does Sprague Elementary School serve?
Sprague Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Sprague Elementary School?
Sprague Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 293 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sprague Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sprague Elementary School is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sprague Elementary School rank in MA?
Sprague Elementary School ranks #407 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Sprague Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sprague Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Sprague Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sprague Elementary School has 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Sprague Elementary School a charter school?
No, Sprague Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sprague Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Sprague Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 293
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Norfolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.9%
- Phone
- (781) 263-1965
Resources & Links
District
Wellesley- District Enrollment
- 4,101
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $29,216
- District Rank
- #9 of 10
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