Serving 210 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Hedge ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 210 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hedge School serves the northwest part of Plymouth, MA, covering an area of approximately 2.6 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 1.1 miles to the nearest boundary and a maximum distance of 1.8 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hedge's student population of 210 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
210 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hedge ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hedge is 0.60, 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
#982 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
44%
26%
Black
5%
10%
White
45%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.9%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hedge's ranking?
Hedge is ranked #982 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Hedge often compared to?
Hedgeis often viewed alongside schools like Nathaniel Morton Elementary School, Federal Furnace School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Hedge?
210 students attend Hedge.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Hedge students are White, 44% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hedge?
Hedge has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hedge offer ?
Hedge offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hedge part of?
Hedge is part of Plymouth School District.
In what neighborhood is Hedge located?
Hedge is located in the North Plymouth neighborhood of Plymouth, MA.
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