Serving 237 students in grades Kindergarten-3, West Barnstable Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to 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 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 237 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Barnstable Elementary serves the northeast part of West Barnstable, MA, covering an area of approximately 32.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 3.2 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 5.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Barnstable Elementary School's student population of 237 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 41% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
237 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Barnstable Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Barnstable Elementary School 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
#744 out of 1626 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
8%
Hispanic
20%
26%
Black
6%
10%
White
59%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.1%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Barnstable Elementary School's ranking?
West Barnstable Elementary School is ranked #744 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are West Barnstable Elementary School often compared to?
West Barnstable Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Station Avenue Elementary School, West Villages Elementary School, Centerville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend West Barnstable Elementary School?
237 students attend West Barnstable Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of West Barnstable Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Barnstable Elementary School?
West Barnstable Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does West Barnstable Elementary School offer ?
West Barnstable Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Barnstable Elementary School part of?
West Barnstable Elementary School is part of Barnstable School District.
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