Top Rankings
Dudley-Charlton Regional School District ranks among the top 20% of public school district in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Largest student body (number of students) (Top 1%)
For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,495 students in Dudley-Charlton Regional School District. This district's average elementary testing ranking is 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of public elementary schools in Massachusetts.
Public Elementary Schools in Dudley-Charlton Regional School District have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 42% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Overview
This School District
This State (MA)
# Schools
7 Schools
1,360 Schools
# Students
3,432 Students
605,604 Students
# Teachers
264 Teachers
51,596 Teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
District Rank
Dudley-Charlton Regional School District, which is ranked within the bottom 50% of all 393 school districts in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2021-2022 school year.
The school district's graduation rate of 94% has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall District Rank
#227 out of 397 school districts
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
41%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
44%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
44%

Graduation Rate
94%
90%

Students by Ethnicity:
Diversity Score
0.34
0.66
# American Indian Students
3 Students
1,446 Students
% American Indian Students
n/a
n/a
# Asian Students
28 Students
44,247 Students
% Asian Students
1%
8%
# Hispanic Students
413 Students
157,705 Students
% Hispanic Students
12%
26%
# Black Students
95 Students
61,567 Students
% Black Students
3%
10%
# White Students
2,766 Students
310,647 Students
% White Students
81%
51%
# Hawaiian Students
1 Student
511 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
n/a
# Two or more races Students
122 Students
29,006 Students
% of Two or more races Students
3%
5%
Students by Grade:
# Students in PK Grade:
97
20,531
# Students in K Grade:
261
58,912
# Students in 1st Grade:
201
64,458
# Students in 2nd Grade:
258
66,664
# Students in 3rd Grade:
262
64,731
# Students in 4th Grade:
261
65,978
# Students in 5th Grade:
280
67,142
# Students in 6th Grade:
295
67,086
# Students in 7th Grade:
283
56,371
# Students in 8th Grade:
297
53,443
# Students in 9th Grade:
270
5,579
# Students in 10th Grade:
253
5,198
# Students in 11th Grade:
206
4,867
# Students in 12th Grade:
204
4,504
# Ungraded Students:
4
140
District Revenue and Spending
The revenue/student of $18,448 in this school district is less than the state median of $23,845. The school district revenue/student has stayed relatively flat over four school years.
The school district's spending/student of $18,230 is less than the state median of $24,602. The school district spending/student has stayed relatively flat over four school years.
Total Revenue
$63 MM
$21,850 MM

Spending
$63 MM
$22,544 MM

Revenue / Student
$18,448
$23,845

Spending / Student
$18,230
$24,602

Best Dudley-Charlton Regional School District Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Heritage School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
34 Oxford Rd
Charlton, MA 01507
(508) 248-4884
Charlton, MA 01507
(508) 248-4884
Grades: 2-4
| 448 students
Rank: #22.
Dudley Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
16 School Street
Dudley, MA 01571
(508) 943-3351
Dudley, MA 01571
(508) 943-3351
Grades: 2-4
| 333 students
Rank: #33.
Charlton Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2 Oxford Road
Charlton, MA 01507
(508) 248-1423
Charlton, MA 01507
(508) 248-1423
Grades: 5-8
| 603 students
Rank: #44.
Dudley Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
70 Dudley-oxford Road
Dudley, MA 01571
(508) 943-2224
Dudley, MA 01571
(508) 943-2224
Grades: 5-8
| 552 students
Rank: n/an/a
9 Burlingame Road
Charlton, MA 01507
(508) 248-7774
Charlton, MA 01507
(508) 248-7774
Grades: PK-1
| 328 students
Recent Articles

What Is A Charter School?
Explore the world of charter schools in this comprehensive guide. Learn about their history, how they operate, and the pros and cons of this educational innovation. Discover key facts about charter schools, including admission policies, demographics, and funding, as well as what to look for when considering a charter school for your child.

10 Reasons Why High School Sports Benefit Students
Discover the 10 compelling reasons why high school sports are beneficial for students. This comprehensive article explores how athletics enhance academic performance, foster personal growth, and develop crucial life skills. From improved fitness and time management to leadership development and community representation, learn why participating in high school sports can be a game-changer for students' overall success and well-being.

February 05, 2025
Understanding the U.S. Department of Education: Structure, Impact, and EvolutionWe explore how the Department of Education shapes American education, from its cabinet-level leadership to its impact on millions of students, written for general audiences seeking clarity on this vital institution.