Best West Barnstable Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 253 students in West Barnstable, MA (there are 1 private school, serving 88 private students). 74% of all K-12 students in West Barnstable, MA are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public school in West Barnstable, MA is West Barnstable Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
West Barnstable, MA public school have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in West Barnstable have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public school average of 47% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in West Barnstable, MA (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Barnstable Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
2463 Main St Route 6a
West Barnstable, MA 02668
(508) 362-4949
Gr: K-3 | 253 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 42%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in West Barnstable, MA?
The top-ranked public schools in West Barnstable, MA include West Barnstable Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in West Barnstable?
1 public schools are located in West Barnstable.
What percentage of students in West Barnstable go to public school?
74% of all K-12 students in West Barnstable are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in West Barnstable?
West Barnstable public schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public schools average of 47% (majority Hispanic).

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