Serving 399 students in grades 3-6, Quashnet School 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 38% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower 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 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 399 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Quashnet School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Mashpee school district, covering approximately 27.3 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 3.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 5.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Quashnet School's student population of 399 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
399 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Quashnet School 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 Quashnet School is 0.56, 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
#1059 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
4%
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
11%
26%
Black
5%
10%
White
64%
51%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.1%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wild Boars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Quashnet School's ranking?
Quashnet School is ranked #1059 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Quashnet School?
399 students attend Quashnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Quashnet School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Quashnet School?
Quashnet School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Quashnet School offer ?
Quashnet School offers enrollment in grades 3-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Quashnet School part of?
Quashnet School is part of Mashpee School District.
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