Serving 492 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Harwich 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher 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 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 492 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harwich Elementary School's student population of 492 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
492 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Harwich Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harwich Elementary School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#742 out of 1631 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
9%
23%
Black
4%
10%
White
77%
56%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
35%
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 Harwich Elementary School's ranking?
Harwich Elementary School is ranked #742 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Harwich Elementary School often compared to?
Harwich Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ezra H Baker Innovation School, Forestdale School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Harwich Elementary School?
492 students attend Harwich Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Harwich Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harwich Elementary School?
Harwich Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Harwich Elementary School offer ?
Harwich Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Harwich Elementary School part of?
Harwich Elementary School is part of Monomoy Regional School District.
In what neighborhood is Harwich Elementary School located?
Harwich Elementary School is located in the Harwich Center neighborhood of Harwich, MA. There are 1 other public schools located in Harwich Center.
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