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Tyngsborough Elementary

Elementary School · Tyngsborough

205 Westford Road, Tyngsborough, MA 01879

Enrollment

753

Student-Teacher

13.2:1

Score

4.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

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#1,546 of 1,793

In Tyngsborough

#4 of 4

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In district

#3 of 3

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4.4/10

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About Tyngsborough Elementary

Tyngsborough Elementary is a public elementary school in Tyngsborough, MA, part of Tyngsborough. Tyngsborough Elementary serves approximately 753 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Tyngsborough Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,546 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Tyngsborough Elementary show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.9 pts below MA schools
  • This school 4.4 · Below Average
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.5Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-2.95 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.1Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency45% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency33.7% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+2.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-8.9 pts
Overall Proficiency39% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)53% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-14.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile33th
Resources & Environment5.4Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,040
Chronic Absenteeism16.7%

Tyngsborough Elementary — Students at Tyngsborough Elementary score 39% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 49.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.2% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 51.6% (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
58%
ELA
66%
2010
Math
65%
ELA
69%
2011
Math
60%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
70%
ELA
69%
2013
Math
65%
ELA
66%
2014
Math
69%
ELA
60%
2015
Math
74%
ELA
64%
2016
Math
55%
ELA
54%
2017
Math
49%
ELA
65%
2018
Math
51%
ELA
59%
2019
Math
54.3%
ELA
59.5%
2020*
Math
34%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
34%
ELA
55.5%
2022
Math
41.8%
ELA
41.8%
2023
Math
44%
ELA
38.3%
2024
Math
44.3%
ELA
35.3%
2025
Math
45%
ELA
33.7%

* 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: 3.5/10.

How Tyngsborough Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
4.4/10
14th percentile in MA
Academic
5.1/10
Average
Growth
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.4/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
57 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.7%

Location

205 Westford Road, Tyngsborough, MA 01879

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Tyngsborough Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Swallow/Union School (rated 8.3/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Dunstable), which scores notably higher. Another option is KEYSTONE MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby North Chelmsford), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Nabnasset (rated 6.9/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Westford), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tyngsborough, see our Tyngsborough schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Rita E. Miller Elementary School Westford 1.1 mi 5.9
ACADEMY OF NOTRE DAME Tyngsboro 1.5 mi 7.3
LITTLE ANGELS ACADEMY Tyngsboro 2.0 mi
Innovation Academy Charter School Tyngsboro 1.9 mi 6.3
Swallow/Union School Dunstable 2.3 mi 8.3
Stony Brook School Westford 3.3 mi 7.9
Nabnasset Westford 3.4 mi 6.9
Tyngsborough High School Tyngsborough 3.5 mi 6.6
Tyngsborough Middle Tyngsborough 3.5 mi 5.6
WORLD ACADEMY Nashua 3.9 mi 6.4
Gr Lowell Regional Vocational Technical Tyngsborough 3.0 mi 7.9
LIGHTHOUSE SCHOOL, INC North Chelmsford 3.1 mi 7.1
Bicentennial Elementary School Nashua 4.3 mi 6.8
Abbot Elementary Westford 4.6 mi 6.2
KEYSTONE MONTESSORI SCHOOL North Chelmsford 3.6 mi 7.1
Blanchard Middle Westford 4.6 mi 8.2
Col Moses Parker School Chelmsford 4.0 mi 6.4
Charles D Harrington North Chelmsford 4.0 mi 5.2
Day Elementary Westford 4.8 mi 5.4
Chelmsford High North Chelmsford 4.2 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01879 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$144,167

Median Home Value

$533,300

Median Rent

$1,863/mo

Population

12,435

College Educated

49.8%

Homeownership

86.2%

Avg Commute

24.6 min

Poverty Rate

4.8%

Median Age

39.7

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
A. C. Whelan Elementary School Revere, MA 4.4
Alma del Mar Charter School New Bedford, MA 4.4
Pawtucketville Memorial Lowell, MA 4.4
THE PARK SCHOOL Brookline, MA 4.4
Young Achievers K-8 School Mattapan, MA 4.4
Barbieri Elementary Framingham, MA 4.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Tyngsborough Elementary

What grades does Tyngsborough Elementary serve?

Tyngsborough Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Tyngsborough Elementary?

Tyngsborough Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 753 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Tyngsborough Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Tyngsborough Elementary is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Tyngsborough Elementary rank in MA?

Tyngsborough Elementary ranks #1,546 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Tyngsborough Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Tyngsborough Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 Tyngsborough Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Tyngsborough Elementary has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Tyngsborough Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Tyngsborough Elementary a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
11 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
753
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
57
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.7%

District

Tyngsborough
District Enrollment
1,542
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,040
District Rank
#3 of 3

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