Serving 154 students in grades 4-6, Old Hammondtown ranks in the top 20% 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher 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 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 154 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Old Hammondtown's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Mattapoisett, MA, covering approximately 24.2 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being 3.1 miles and the furthest edge located 4.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Old Hammondtown ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Old Hammondtown's student population of 154 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
154 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Old Hammondtown ranks within the top 20% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Old Hammondtown is 0.22, 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
#252 out of 1626 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
88%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.6%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Old Hammondtown's ranking?
Old Hammondtown is ranked #252 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Old Hammondtown often compared to?
Old Hammondtownis often viewed alongside schools like Sippican by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Old Hammondtown?
154 students attend Old Hammondtown.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Old Hammondtown students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Old Hammondtown?
Old Hammondtown has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Old Hammondtown offer ?
Old Hammondtown offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Old Hammondtown part of?
Old Hammondtown is part of Mattapoisett School District.
In what neighborhood is Old Hammondtown located?
Old Hammondtown is located in the Mattapoisett Center neighborhood of Mattapoisett, MA. There are 1 other public schools located in Mattapoisett Center.
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