Serving 352 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Cushing Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 352 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Cushing Elementary serves the southeast part of Scituate, MA, encompassing an area of approximately 7.3 square miles. Families typically have a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 7.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cushing Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Cushing Elementary School's student population of 352 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
352 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
School Calendar
School Motto
We are Scituate Public Schools. We reflect family, education, and each other. We are always we.
School Rankings
Cushing Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cushing Elementary School is 0.17, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#311 out of 1626 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Asian
1%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Hispanic
4%
26%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
91%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.8%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2007–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Cushing Cats
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cushing Elementary School's ranking?
Cushing Elementary School is ranked #311 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Cushing Elementary School?
352 students attend Cushing Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Cushing Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cushing Elementary School?
Cushing Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Cushing Elementary School offer ?
Cushing Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cushing Elementary School part of?
Cushing Elementary School is part of Scituate School District.
In what neighborhood is Cushing Elementary School located?
Cushing Elementary School is located in the North Scituate neighborhood of Scituate, MA. There are 3 other public schools located in North Scituate.
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