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Spring Street School

Elementary School · Shrewsbury

123 Spring Street, Shrewsbury, MA 01545

Enrollment

277

Student-Teacher

12.6:1

Score

5.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,221 of 1,793

In Shrewsbury

#8 of 9

public schools

In district

#8 of 9

Shrewsbury

Equity

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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Spring Street School

5.4/10

Elementary School in Shrewsbury · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Spring Street School

Spring Street School is a public elementary school in Shrewsbury, MA, part of Shrewsbury. Spring Street School serves approximately 277 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Spring Street School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,221 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Spring Street School show 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.3 pts below district
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • District avg 6.7
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.2Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-3.11 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.1Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency65% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency53.5% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+22.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+10.9 pts
Overall Proficiency59% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)56% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+3.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile72th
Resources & Environment6.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,868
Chronic Absenteeism9%

Spring Street School — Students at Spring Street School score 59% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 81.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.8% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 79.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.6% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 56 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
87%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2015
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2016
Math
87%
ELA
77%
2017
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2018
Math
82.3%
ELA
84.3%
2019
Math
86.3%
ELA
86%
2020*
Math
72%
ELA
87%
2021*
Math
72.7%
ELA
87.3%
2022
Math
83.3%
ELA
76.7%
2023
Math
76.5%
ELA
67.5%
2024
Math
75.5%
ELA
63.5%
2025
Math
65%
ELA
53.5%

* 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: 3.2/10.

How Spring Street School Compares

See how Spring Street School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.4/10
32th percentile in MA
Academic
8.1/10
Excellent
Growth
3.2/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.9/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.0%

Location

123 Spring Street, Shrewsbury, MA 01545

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Spring Street School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. AL-HAMRA ACADEMY (rated 8.8/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Boylston Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Boylston), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lake View (rated 8.2/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Worcester), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Shrewsbury, see our Shrewsbury schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.9 mi
School Distance Rating
ST MARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Shrewsbury 0.8 mi 7.5
LILLIPUT EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Shrewsbury 0.9 mi
Walter J. Paton School Shrewsbury 1.1 mi 6.2
Floral Street School Shrewsbury 1.5 mi 6.1
Sherwood Middle School Shrewsbury 1.9 mi 6.0
Oak Middle School Shrewsbury 2.0 mi 7.6
SHREWSBURY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Shrewsbury 2.1 mi 7.7
Major Howard W. Beal School Shrewsbury 2.5 mi 8.0
AL-HAMRA ACADEMY Shrewsbury 2.6 mi 8.8
Shrewsbury High School Shrewsbury 2.2 mi 7.9
Robert E. Melican Middle School Northborough 2.4 mi 7.1
Boylston Elementary School Boylston 2.6 mi 8.7
Lincoln Street Northborough 2.4 mi 5.7
Fannie E Proctor Northborough 2.6 mi 7.4
Parker Road Preschool Shrewsbury 3.1 mi 4.3
SHREWSBURY CHILDREN'S CENTER Shrewsbury 3.0 mi
Marion E Zeh Northborough 3.1 mi 7.1
Calvin Coolidge School Shrewsbury 3.7 mi 7.6
North Grafton Elementary North Grafton 4.6 mi 5.0
Lake View Worcester 3.9 mi 8.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01545 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$136,225

Median Home Value

$555,500

Median Rent

$2,046/mo

Population

38,440

College Educated

65.6%

Homeownership

72.1%

Avg Commute

30.4 min

Poverty Rate

3.8%

Median Age

40.5

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Henri A. Yelle Norton, MA 5.4
John A. Crisafulli Elementary School Westford, MA 5.4
Northfield Elementary Northfield, MA 5.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Spring Street School

What grades does Spring Street School serve?

Spring Street School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.

How many students attend Spring Street School?

Spring Street School has an enrollment of approximately 277 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Spring Street School?

The student-teacher ratio at Spring Street School is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Spring Street School rank in MA?

Spring Street School ranks #1,221 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Spring Street School's MySchoolScout rating?

Spring Street School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Spring Street School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Spring Street School has 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Spring Street School a charter school?

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

Is Spring Street School a Title I school?

No, Spring Street School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
6 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
16 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
277
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Worcester County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.0%

District

Shrewsbury
District Enrollment
5,921
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,868
District Rank
#8 of 9

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