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#1511 of 1,793 schools in MA

Wire Village School

Elementary School · Spencer-E Brookfield

60 Paxton Road, Spencer, MA 01562

Enrollment

451

Student-Teacher

12.9:1

Score

4.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,511 of 1,793

In Spencer

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#2 of 4

Spencer-E Brookfield

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Wire Village School

4.4/10

Elementary School in Spencer · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.2/10

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4.1/10

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About Wire Village School

Wire Village School is a public elementary school in Spencer, MA, part of Spencer-E Brookfield. Wire Village School serves approximately 451 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Wire Village School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,511 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Wire Village School show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.3 pts above district
  • This school 4.4 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.1
  • MA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Wire Village 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 Progress4.6Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data17
Annual Change-2.45 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics2.8Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency19% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency23% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-23.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-19.6 pts
Overall Proficiency21% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-24.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile10th
Resources & Environment6.1Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,943
Chronic Absenteeism14.2%

Wire Village School — Students at Wire Village School score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 30.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.8% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 34.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.6% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 56 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
43%
ELA
60%
2010
Math
46%
ELA
58%
2011
Math
50%
ELA
52%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
49%
2013
Math
50%
ELA
54%
2014
Math
48%
ELA
55%
2015
Math
51%
ELA
45%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
36.7%
ELA
36.3%
2019
Math
30.7%
ELA
34%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
13%
ELA
25.3%
2022
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2023
Math
20.5%
ELA
24.5%
2024
Math
23%
ELA
19.5%
2025
Math
19%
ELA
23%

* 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: 4.6/10.

How Wire Village School Compares

See how Wire Village School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.4/10
16th percentile in MA
Academic
2.8/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
4.6/10
Below Average
Environment
6.1/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.2%

Location

60 Paxton Road, Spencer, MA 01562

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Wire Village School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Paxton Center (rated 6.6/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Paxton), which scores notably higher. Another option is West Tatnuck (rated 6.0/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby Worcester), which scores notably higher. Additionally, North Brookfield Elementary (rated 5.0/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby North Brookfield), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Spencer, see our Spencer schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.6 mi
School Distance Rating
David Prouty High Spencer 0.6 mi 5.2
Knox Trail Middle School Spencer 1.3 mi 4.1
East Brookfield Elementary East Brookfield 3.7 mi 3.8
Paxton Center Paxton 4.2 mi 6.6
Leicester Elementary Leicester 3.5 mi 4.8
Leicester Middle Leicester 3.6 mi 5.2
Leicester Integrated Preschool Leicester 3.6 mi 3.5
Leicester High Leicester 3.7 mi 7.0
MCAULEY NAZARETH HOME FOR BOYS Leicester 4.4 mi
VALLEY VIEW SCHOOL North Brookfield 5.2 mi 5.8
North Brookfield High North Brookfield 5.4 mi 5.3
North Brookfield Elementary North Brookfield 5.5 mi 5.0
West Tatnuck Worcester 5.6 mi 6.0
South High Community Worcester 5.8 mi 7.3
Central Tree Middle Rutland 7.7 mi 5.4
Sullivan Middle Worcester 5.9 mi 8.5
Naquag Elementary School Rutland 8.0 mi 4.3
WORCESTER SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Worcester 6.2 mi
Oakham Center Oakham 7.7 mi 4.0
DEVEREUX SCHOOL Rutland 8.6 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01562 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$79,086

Median Home Value

$368,300

Median Rent

$1,085/mo

Population

11,961

College Educated

27.5%

Homeownership

65.1%

Avg Commute

34.1 min

Poverty Rate

7.7%

Median Age

48.9

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James Clark School Agawam, MA 4.4
John E. McCarthy Peabody, MA 4.4
Littleville Elementary School Huntington, MA 4.4
Memorial Winchendon, MA 4.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Wire Village School

What grades does Wire Village School serve?

Wire Village School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.

How many students attend Wire Village School?

Wire Village School has an enrollment of approximately 451 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Wire Village School?

The student-teacher ratio at Wire Village School is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Wire Village School rank in MA?

Wire Village School ranks #1,511 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Wire Village School's MySchoolScout rating?

Wire Village School 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 Wire Village School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Wire Village School has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Wire Village School a charter school?

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

Is Wire Village School a Title I school?

No, Wire Village School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
6 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
19 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
451
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Worcester County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.2%

District

Spencer-E Brookfield
District Enrollment
1,418
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,943
District Rank
#2 of 4

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