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#406 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 23% in state

Taft Early Learning Center

Elementary School · Uxbridge

16 Granite Street, Uxbridge, MA 01569

Enrollment

533

Student-Teacher

12.1:1

Score

7.8

Grades

Pre-K – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#406 of 1,793

In Uxbridge

#1 of 4

public schools

In district

#1 of 4

Uxbridge

Academic growth

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Taft Early Learning Center

7.8/10

Elementary School in Uxbridge · grades Pre-K – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.6/10

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About Taft Early Learning Center

Taft Early Learning Center is a public elementary school in Uxbridge, MA, part of Uxbridge. Taft Early Learning Center serves approximately 533 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Taft Early Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #406 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Taft Early Learning Center show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.5 pts above MA schools
  • This school 7.8 · Very Good
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.3Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data11
Annual Change+0.15 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics5.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency35% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency48% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-7.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+5.4 pts
Overall Proficiency42% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)52% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-10.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile39th
Resources & Environment7.2Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,796
Chronic Absenteeism16.1%

Taft Early Learning Center — Students at Taft Early Learning Center score 42% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 40.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
41.8% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 52.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.2% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)

Based on 28 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
58%
ELA
57%
2010
Math
56%
ELA
58%
2011
Math
59%
ELA
59%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
33%
ELA
55.5%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
33%
ELA
58%
2022
Math
38%
ELA
37.5%
2023
Math
39%
ELA
37%
2024
Math
48%
ELA
56%
2025
Math
35%
ELA
48%

* 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: 9.3/10.

How Taft Early Learning Center Compares

See how Taft Early Learning Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.8/10
77th percentile in MA
Academic
5.6/10
Average
Growth
9.3/10
Excellent
Environment
7.2/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
44 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.1%

Location

16 Granite Street, Uxbridge, MA 01569

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Taft Early Learning Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Millville Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Millville), with a very similar rating. Another option is Northbridge Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Whitinsville), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Memorial School (rated 7.1/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby Upton), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Uxbridge, see our Uxbridge schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Whitin Intermediate Uxbridge 0.4 mi 6.6
OUR LADY OF THE VALLEY REGIONAL SCHOOL Uxbridge 0.5 mi 3.3
Northbridge High Whitinsville 1.9 mi 6.6
Uxbridge High Uxbridge 2.4 mi 6.2
Gateway to College Uxbridge 2.4 mi 4.8
WHITINSVILLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Whitinsville 2.1 mi 4.9
Northbridge Middle Whitinsville 2.3 mi 3.7
Northbridge Elementary School Whitinsville 3.6 mi 7.2
Miscoe Hill School Mendon 4.2 mi 7.0
Millville Elementary Millville 4.4 mi 7.7
Henry P Clough Mendon 4.0 mi 6.8
Douglas High School Douglas 4.0 mi 5.6
Nipmuc Regional High Upton 5.2 mi 6.2
Blackstone Valley Upton 5.4 mi 7.5
Douglas Middle School Douglas 4.1 mi 6.2
Douglas Elementary School Douglas 4.2 mi 3.2
Douglas Primary School Douglas 4.3 mi 6.6
Memorial School Upton 6.0 mi 7.1
Park Street School Hopedale 5.6 mi 3.4
A F Maloney Blackstone 5.7 mi 6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01569 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$122,458

Median Home Value

$417,900

Median Rent

$1,480/mo

Population

14,127

College Educated

38.9%

Homeownership

80.2%

Avg Commute

35.9 min

Poverty Rate

4.1%

Median Age

42.3

Similar Schools

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Birch Meadow Reading, MA 7.8
Burke/Memorial Elementary School Medway, MA 7.8
Center Longmeadow, MA 7.8
Chandler Magnet Worcester, MA 7.8
Daniel Butler Belmont, MA 7.8
Elsie A Hastings Elementary Westborough, MA 7.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Taft Early Learning Center

What grades does Taft Early Learning Center serve?

Taft Early Learning Center serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.

How many students attend Taft Early Learning Center?

Taft Early Learning Center has an enrollment of approximately 533 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Taft Early Learning Center?

The student-teacher ratio at Taft Early Learning Center is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Taft Early Learning Center rank in MA?

Taft Early Learning Center ranks #406 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Taft Early Learning Center's MySchoolScout rating?

Taft Early Learning Center 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 Taft Early Learning Center?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Taft Early Learning Center has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Taft Early Learning Center a charter school?

No, Taft Early Learning Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Taft Early Learning Center a Title I school?

No, Taft Early Learning Center is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
13 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
533
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
44
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Worcester County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.1%

District

Uxbridge
District Enrollment
1,632
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,796
District Rank
#1 of 4

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