Serving 973 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Northbridge Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 973 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northbridge Elementary School's student population of 973 students has grown by 150% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has grown by 96% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
973 students
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Northbridge Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northbridge Elementary School is 0.37, 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
#1024 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
16%
26%
Black
2%
10%
White
78%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Northbridge School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northbridge Elementary School's ranking?
Northbridge Elementary School is ranked #1024 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Northbridge Elementary School?
973 students attend Northbridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Northbridge Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northbridge Elementary School?
Northbridge Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Northbridge Elementary School offer ?
Northbridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Northbridge Elementary School part of?
Northbridge Elementary School is part of Northbridge School District.
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