Serving 714 students in grades 4-5, Barnstable United 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 32% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 714 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Barnstable United Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Marstons Mills, MA, encompassing approximately 76.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 10 to 15 minutes, with an average distance of 5.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 7.5 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Barnstable United Elementary School's student population of 714 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
714 students
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Year Founded
1998
School Calendar
School Rankings
Barnstable United 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 Barnstable United Elementary School is 0.67, which is more 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
#1181 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
30%
26%
Black
10%
10%
White
48%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.1%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barnstable United Elementary School's ranking?
Barnstable United Elementary School is ranked #1181 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Barnstable United Elementary School often compared to?
Barnstable United Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Centerville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Barnstable United Elementary School?
714 students attend Barnstable United Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Barnstable United Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Barnstable United Elementary School?
Barnstable United Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Barnstable United Elementary School offer ?
Barnstable United Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Barnstable United Elementary School part of?
Barnstable United Elementary School is part of Barnstable School District.
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