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#816 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 46% in state

Turkey Hill Elementary School

Elementary School · Lunenburg

129 Northfield Road, Lunenburg, MA 01462

Enrollment

370

Student-Teacher

17.6:1

Score

6.5

Grades

3rd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#816 of 1,793

In Lunenburg

#1 of 4

public schools

In district

#1 of 4

Lunenburg

Academic growth

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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Turkey Hill Elementary School

6.5/10

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

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6.2/10

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About Turkey Hill Elementary School

Turkey Hill Elementary School is a public elementary school in Lunenburg, MA, part of Lunenburg. Turkey Hill Elementary School serves approximately 370 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 17.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Turkey Hill Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #816 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Turkey Hill Elementary School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts above district
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • District avg 5.5
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.4Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data10
Annual Change-0.57 pts/yr
Data Period2016–2025
TrendStable
Academics6.1Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47.7% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency40.3% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+5.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-2.3 pts
Overall Proficiency44% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)52% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-8.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile44th
Resources & Environment2.3Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,705
Chronic Absenteeism13%

Turkey Hill Elementary School — Students at Turkey Hill Elementary School score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 42.7% (multi-year average, 2016-2025)
School
State
43.0% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 41.9% (multi-year average, 2016-2025)
School
State
45.6% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 68 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2016
Math
49%
ELA
38%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
48.5%
ELA
43.3%
2019
Math
46.8%
ELA
38.8%
2020*
Math
38%
ELA
55%
2021*
Math
39%
ELA
52.3%
2022
Math
32.3%
ELA
36%
2023
Math
40.3%
ELA
42.3%
2024
Math
43.7%
ELA
35%
2025
Math
47.7%
ELA
40.3%

* 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: 8.4/10.

How Turkey Hill Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.5/10
55th percentile in MA
Academic
6.1/10
Average
Growth
8.4/10
Excellent
Environment
2.3/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.0%

Location

129 Northfield Road, Lunenburg, MA 01462

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Turkey Hill Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Johnny Appleseed (rated 6.9/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Leominster), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ST LEO SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Leominster), with a very similar rating. Additionally, McKay Elementary School (rated 6.2/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Fitchburg), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Lunenburg, see our Lunenburg schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Lunenburg High Lunenburg 0.1 mi 6.2
Lunenburg Middle School Lunenburg 0.1 mi 5.9
Advanced Community Experience Program Lunenburg 0.3 mi
Lunenburg Primary School Lunenburg 0.9 mi 4.5
Johnny Appleseed Leominster 3.6 mi 6.9
Sky View Middle School Leominster 4.2 mi 5.5
Goodrich Academy Fitchburg 3.5 mi 3.6
ST BERNARD ELEMENTARY Fitchburg 3.6 mi 4.9
ST BERNARD'S HIGH SCHOOL INC Fitchburg 3.7 mi 5.3
Spaulding Memorial Townsend 4.8 mi 5.4
McKay Elementary School Fitchburg 3.6 mi 6.2
Priest Street Leominster 4.7 mi 4.3
Squannacook Early Childhood Center Townsend 5.2 mi 5.0
Hawthorne Brook Townsend 5.2 mi 4.4
North Middlesex Regional Townsend 4.6 mi 6.2
Northwest Leominster 5.0 mi 5.4
ST LEO SCHOOL Leominster 5.3 mi 6.7
Arthur M Longsjo Middle School Fitchburg 4.3 mi 4.4
South Street Early Learning Center Fitchburg 4.4 mi 3.6
Sizer School: A North Central Charter Essential School Fitchburg 4.2 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01462 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$109,884

Median Home Value

$442,900

Median Rent

$1,784/mo

Population

11,822

College Educated

44.8%

Homeownership

81.3%

Avg Commute

34.9 min

Poverty Rate

5.2%

Median Age

42.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Turkey Hill Elementary School

What grades does Turkey Hill Elementary School serve?

Turkey Hill Elementary School serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.

How many students attend Turkey Hill Elementary School?

Turkey Hill Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 370 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Turkey Hill Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Turkey Hill Elementary School is 17.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Turkey Hill Elementary School rank in MA?

Turkey Hill Elementary School ranks #816 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Turkey Hill Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Turkey Hill Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Turkey Hill Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Turkey Hill Elementary School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025).

Is Turkey Hill Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Turkey Hill Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
27 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
22 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
370
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Worcester County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.0%

District

Lunenburg
District Enrollment
1,580
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,705
District Rank
#1 of 4

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