Serving 648 students in grades 2-3, Elmwood ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 2-3
- Enrollment: 648 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Elmwood's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Hopkinton, MA, covering approximately 27.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 and 10 minutes, with an average distance of 3.3 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 4.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elmwood ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Elmwood's student population of 648 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-3
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
648 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1965
School Calendar
School Rankings
Elmwood ranks within the top 5% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elmwood is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#68 out of 1626 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
32%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
10%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
52%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.9%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green, White and Orange
School Mascot
Swoops The Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elmwood's ranking?
Elmwood is ranked #68 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Elmwood often compared to?
Elmwoodis often viewed alongside schools like Josiah Haynes, Marathon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Elmwood?
648 students attend Elmwood.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Elmwood students are White, 32% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elmwood?
Elmwood has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Elmwood offer ?
Elmwood offers enrollment in grades 2-3 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Elmwood part of?
Elmwood is part of Hopkinton School District.
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