Serving 347 students in grades 3-5, Deer Hill 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 68% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (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 9% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 347 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Deer Hill's attendance zone covers the entire district of Cohasset, MA, encompassing approximately 31.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 2.2 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 11.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Deer Hill ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Deer Hill's student population of 347 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
347 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1968
School Rankings
Deer Hill 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 Deer Hill 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
#286 out of 1626 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
3%
26%
Black
3%
10%
White
91%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)3.5%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Skippers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Deer Hill's ranking?
Deer Hill is ranked #286 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?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Deer Hill?
347 students attend Deer Hill.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Deer Hill students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Deer Hill?
Deer Hill has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Deer Hill offer ?
Deer Hill offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Deer Hill part of?
Deer Hill is part of Cohasset School District.
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