For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 695 students in Harvard, MA.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Harvard, MA is Hildreth Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Harvard, MA public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 71% (versus the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in Harvard have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Massachusetts public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Harvard, MA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hildreth Elementary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
27 Massachusetts Avenue
Harvard, MA 01451
(978) 456-4145
Harvard, MA 01451
(978) 456-4145
Gr: PK-5 | 451 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: n/an/a
14 Massachusetts Ave
Harvard, MA 01451
(978) 456-4140
Harvard, MA 01451
(978) 456-4140
Gr: 6-8 | 244 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Harvard, MA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Harvard, MA include Hildreth Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Harvard?
2 public elementary schools are located in Harvard.
What is the racial composition of students in Harvard?
Harvard public elementary schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Massachusetts public elementary schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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