Serving 519 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, East Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 519 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
East Elementary School's student population of 519 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
519 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
East Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Elementary School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#134 out of 1631 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
2%
25%
Black
2%
10%
White
92%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Elementary School's ranking?
East Elementary School is ranked #134 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are East Elementary School often compared to?
East Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Plymouth River by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend East Elementary School?
519 students attend East Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of East Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Elementary School?
East Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does East Elementary School offer ?
East Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is East Elementary School part of?
East Elementary School is part of Hingham School District.
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