Serving 479 students in grades Prekindergarten-1, Cedar Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 54%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 479 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59%
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64%
- Attendance Zone: Cedar Elementary serves the northwest part of Hanover, MA, covering an area of approximately 5.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cedar Elementary School's student population of 479 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
479 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Soar and Succeed!
School Rankings
The diversity score of Cedar Elementary School is 0.22, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)55-59%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)60-64%
54%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
88%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.3%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% MA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% MA state average).
How many students attend Cedar Elementary School?
479 students attend Cedar Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Cedar Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cedar Elementary School?
Cedar Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Cedar Elementary School offer ?
Cedar Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cedar Elementary School part of?
Cedar Elementary School is part of Hanover School District.
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