Serving 250 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Hatherly Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 60-64% (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 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 250 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hatherly Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hatherly Elementary School's student population of 250 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
250 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Motto
'Always We. Always Love.'
School Mascot
Hornets
School Rankings
Hatherly Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hatherly Elementary School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#345 out of 1626 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
2%
25%
Black
3%
10%
White
92%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hornets
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hatherly Elementary School's ranking?
Hatherly Elementary School is ranked #345 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% 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 Hatherly Elementary School?
250 students attend Hatherly Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Hatherly Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hatherly Elementary School?
Hatherly Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hatherly Elementary School offer ?
Hatherly Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hatherly Elementary School part of?
Hatherly Elementary School is part of Scituate School District.
In what neighborhood is Hatherly Elementary School located?
Hatherly 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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