DAWSON

Dawson is a public elementary school that is part of the Wachusett school district, located in Holden, MA with about 460 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 29 teachers, Dawson has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Dawson Elementary School is a public school located in Holden, Massachusetts, serving students in the Wachusett Regional School District. The school is known for fostering a supportive and collaborative learning environment that emphasizes both academic achievement and the social-emotional development of its students. With a focus on foundational education, the school staff works to engage children through a diverse curriculum that encourages curiosity, critical thinking, and a lifelong love of learning.

The school is deeply integrated into the local Holden community, benefiting from strong partnerships between educators, families, and the broader district. By utilizing the resources of the Wachusett Regional School District, Dawson provides students with consistent educational standards and a wide range of academic supports. Whether through classroom instruction or extracurricular opportunities, the school strives to prepare its students to be responsible citizens and successful learners as they transition to the next stages of their educational journey.

For more information, contact Dawson at (508) 829-6828 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.