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Sutton Elementary

Elementary School · Sutton

Boston Rd, Sutton, MA 01590

Enrollment

313

Student-Teacher

14.2:1

Score

5.4

Grades

3rd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,224 of 1,793

In Sutton

#2 of 4

public schools

In district

#2 of 4

Sutton

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Sutton Elementary

5.4/10

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

Sutton Early Learning

5.3/10

0.0 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Sutton Middle School

4.6/10

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About Sutton Elementary

Sutton Elementary is a public elementary school in Sutton, MA, part of Sutton. Sutton Elementary serves approximately 313 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Sutton Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,224 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Sutton Elementary show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • District avg 5.3
  • MA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Sutton Elementary 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 Progress5.5Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-1.98 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.4Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency45% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency40.7% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+2.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-1.9 pts
Overall Proficiency43% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)58% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-14.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile37th
Resources & Environment4.9Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,425
Chronic Absenteeism11.2%

Sutton Elementary — Students at Sutton Elementary score 43% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 45.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.2% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 50.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.3% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)

Based on 76 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
55%
ELA
63%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
65%
2011
Math
61%
ELA
66%
2012
Math
58%
ELA
59%
2013
Math
64%
ELA
61%
2014
Math
60%
ELA
68%
2015
Math
66%
ELA
65%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
54%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
58%
2018
Math
49%
ELA
56%
2019
Math
51.3%
ELA
57.5%
2020*
Math
31%
ELA
56%
2021*
Math
30.5%
ELA
56.3%
2022
Math
35.8%
ELA
34.8%
2023
Math
44%
ELA
36%
2024
Math
45.7%
ELA
35%
2025
Math
45%
ELA
40.7%

* 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: 5.5/10.

How Sutton Elementary Compares

See how Sutton Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.4/10
32th percentile in MA
Academic
5.4/10
Average
Growth
5.5/10
Average
Environment
4.9/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.2%

Location

Boston Rd, Sutton, MA 01590

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sutton Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Elmwood Street (rated 7.9/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Millbury), which scores notably higher. Another option is Raymond E. Shaw Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Millbury), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Northbridge Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby Whitinsville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sutton, see our Sutton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Sutton Early Learning Sutton 0.0 mi 5.3
Sutton Middle School Sutton 0.1 mi 4.6
Sutton High School Sutton 0.1 mi 7.6
COUNTRY MONTESSORI PRIVATE SCHOOL Sutton 1.5 mi
Elmwood Street Millbury 3.1 mi 7.9
Raymond E. Shaw Elementary Millbury 3.5 mi 7.3
Millbury Junior/Senior High Millbury 4.0 mi 6.4
CENTER FOR APPLIED BEHAVIORAL INSTRUCTION SCHOOL Worcester 5.2 mi 7.9
Millbury Street Elementary School Grafton 5.0 mi 7.0
South Grafton Elementary South Grafton 4.7 mi 5.3
Auburn Senior High Auburn 5.6 mi 5.7
Pakachoag School Auburn 6.0 mi 4.4
Swanson Road Intermediate School Auburn 5.7 mi 4.6
Quinsigamond Worcester 6.4 mi 5.8
Northbridge Elementary School Whitinsville 5.0 mi 7.2
Douglas Primary School Douglas 5.9 mi 6.6
Bryn Mawr Auburn 5.7 mi 4.5
Oxford Middle Oxford 4.9 mi 4.3
MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S HOUSE OF AUBURN Auburn 5.7 mi
Douglas Elementary School Douglas 6.0 mi 3.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01590 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$155,938

Median Home Value

$526,400

Median Rent

$1,167/mo

Population

9,287

College Educated

47.4%

Homeownership

86.7%

Avg Commute

27.1 min

Poverty Rate

4.5%

Median Age

44.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sutton Elementary

What grades does Sutton Elementary serve?

Sutton Elementary serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.

How many students attend Sutton Elementary?

Sutton Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 313 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sutton Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Sutton Elementary is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Sutton Elementary rank in MA?

Sutton Elementary ranks #1,224 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Sutton Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Sutton Elementary 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 Sutton Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Sutton Elementary has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Sutton Elementary a charter school?

No, Sutton Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Sutton Elementary a Title I school?

No, Sutton Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
8 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
21 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
313
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Worcester County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.2%

District

Sutton
District Enrollment
1,310
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,425
District Rank
#2 of 4

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