Serving 531 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Halifax 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 48% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 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-6
- Enrollment: 531 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Halifax Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire district of Halifax, MA, encompassing approximately 17.4 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive to the school of about 5-10 minutes, with an average distance of 2.7 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 3.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Halifax Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Halifax Elementary School's student population of 531 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
531 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Halifax Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Halifax 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
#539 out of 1626 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Hispanic
5%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Black
2%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
91%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.3%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Halifax Elementary School's ranking?
Halifax Elementary School is ranked #539 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Halifax Elementary School often compared to?
Halifax Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Elementary School, Mitchell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Halifax Elementary School?
531 students attend Halifax Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Halifax Elementary School students are White, 5% 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 Halifax Elementary School?
Halifax Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Halifax Elementary School offer ?
Halifax Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Halifax Elementary School part of?
Halifax Elementary School is part of Halifax School District.
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