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Templeton Elementary School

Elementary School · Narragansett

17 South Rd., Templeton, MA 01468

Enrollment

612

Student-Teacher

15.3:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,032 of 1,793

In district

#1 of 3

Narragansett

Academic growth

8.1 / 10

Excellent

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Templeton Elementary School

5.9/10

Elementary School in Templeton · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Narragansett Regional High

4.3/10

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3.5/10

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About Templeton Elementary School

Templeton Elementary School is a public elementary school in Templeton, MA, part of Narragansett. Templeton Elementary School serves approximately 612 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Templeton Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,032 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Templeton Elementary School show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025).

How it compares0.4 pts below MA schools
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • MA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Templeton Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Templeton Elementary School 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 Progress8.1Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data6
Annual Change-0.76 pts/yr
Data Period2020–2025
TrendStable
Academics4.3Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency29% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency32% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-13.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-10.6 pts
Overall Proficiency31% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-14.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile24th
Resources & Environment2.8Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,683
Chronic Absenteeism12.1%

Templeton Elementary School — Students at Templeton Elementary School score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 25.8% (multi-year average, 2020-2025)
School
State
41.5% (multi-year state average, 2021-2025)
ELA Proficiency 31.8% (multi-year average, 2020-2025)
School
State
42.6% (multi-year state average, 2021-2025)

Based on 26 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2020*
Math
23%
ELA
38%
2021*
Math
22.7%
ELA
38.7%
2022
Math
30%
ELA
30.7%
2023
Math
25.5%
ELA
30%
2024
Math
23%
ELA
22%
2025
Math
29%
ELA
32%

* 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: 8.1/10.

How Templeton Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.9/10
43th percentile in MA
Academic
4.3/10
Below Average
Growth
8.1/10
Excellent
Environment
2.8/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
40 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.1%

Location

17 South Rd., Templeton, MA 01468

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Templeton Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Petersham Center (rated 8.4/10, 7.9 miles away, in nearby Petersham), which scores notably higher. Another option is Toy Town Elementary (rated 6.1/10, 9.2 miles away, in nearby Winchendon), with a very similar rating. Additionally, HOLY FAMILY ACADEMY (rated 5.7/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Gardner), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Templeton, see our Templeton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Narragansett Regional High Baldwinville 2.4 mi 4.3
Narragansett Middle Baldwinville 2.4 mi 3.5
HOLY FAMILY ACADEMY Gardner 3.8 mi 5.7
Gardner Academy for Learning and Technology Gardner 4.6 mi 6.3
Gardner High Gardner 4.9 mi 5.9
Gardner Middle School Gardner 5.1 mi 4.4
Hubbardston Center Hubbardston 6.3 mi 5.0
Gardner Elementary School Gardner 5.3 mi 4.9
WACHUSETT HILLS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Gardner 6.3 mi
THE VILLAGE SCHOOL Royalston 7.6 mi 5.2
Ruggles Lane Barre 8.8 mi 5.4
Toy Town Elementary Winchendon 9.2 mi 6.1
Murdock Academy for Success Winchendon 9.2 mi
Athol High Athol 7.3 mi 4.2
PETERSHAM MONTESSORI SCHOOLS Petersham 8.0 mi
Petersham Center Petersham 7.9 mi 8.4
Athol-Royalston Middle School Athol 7.4 mi 3.8
Royalston Community School Royalston 9.4 mi 3.5
Athol Community Elementary School Athol 7.5 mi 5.5
Memorial Winchendon 10.0 mi 4.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01468 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$110,938

Median Home Value

$358,700

Median Rent

$1,308/mo

Population

4,157

College Educated

35.1%

Homeownership

92.9%

Poverty Rate

4.7%

Median Age

43.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Templeton Elementary School

What grades does Templeton Elementary School serve?

Templeton Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Templeton Elementary School?

Templeton Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 612 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Templeton Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Templeton Elementary School is 15.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Templeton Elementary School rank in MA?

Templeton Elementary School ranks #1,032 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Templeton Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Templeton Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Templeton Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Templeton Elementary School has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025).

Is Templeton Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Templeton Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Templeton Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
35 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
24 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
612
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
40
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Worcester County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.1%

District

Narragansett
District Enrollment
1,453
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,683
District Rank
#1 of 3

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