Best Schools in Scituate, Massachusetts
7 schools · 5 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Scituate by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Scituate High School
High · Scituate. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Gates Middle School
Middle · Scituate. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Jenkins Elementary School
Elementary · Scituate. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Scituate for 2026 are Scituate High School (8.4/10), Gates Middle School (8.2/10), and Jenkins Elementary School (7.5/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 7 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
7
6 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.9
out of 10
Median Home
$789,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
7
6 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.9
out of 10
Median Home
$789,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Scituate
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (7 of 7). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Scituate High School | 8.4 / 10 |
| 2 | Gates Middle School | 8.2 / 10 |
| 3 | Jenkins Elementary School | 7.5 / 10 |
| 4 | Inly School | 6.9 / 10 |
| 5 | Cushing Elementary | 6.3 / 10 |
| 6 | Hatherly Elementary | 6.3 / 10 |
| 7 | Wampatuck Elementary | 4.8 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.9/10
- Median household income
- $131,889
- Median home value
- $789,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 67%
- Avg commute
- 38 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 88%
43% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Scituate compares
Massachusetts rank
#79 of 238
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.6
above Massachusetts avg (6.3)
Median household income
$132k
116% of Massachusetts median
Schools in this city
7
About Schools in Scituate, Massachusetts
Scituate, Massachusetts is home to 7 schools, including 6 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 5 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.9 out of 10, schools in Scituate show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Scituate is Scituate High School with a composite score of 8.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Scituate is served by 1 school district: Scituate. These districts collectively serve 2,745 students.
Scituate's community shows 67% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $131,889. The poverty rate in the area is 2.5%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
5 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 335 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.5 | ||
| 2 | 367 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.3 | ||
| 3 | 250 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.3 | ||
| 4 | 430 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.8 | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Inly School
Private
212 students · Pre-K–8th | 6.9 | ||
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 614 students · 6th–8th | 8.2 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 749 students · 9th–12th | 8.4 |
Schools in Scituate
Scituate, Massachusetts · 7 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$131,889
Median Home Value
$789,500
Median Rent
$1,579/mo
Population
18,895
College Educated
67%
Homeownership
88%
Avg Commute
38 min
Poverty Rate
2.5%
Community Profile
Scituate has a median household income of $131,889. It is a well-educated community where 67% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $789,500, with a median rent of $1,579/month. The local poverty rate of 2.5% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 38 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Massachusetts
- Elementary
- 5
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Scituate, Massachusetts
How many schools are in Scituate, Massachusetts?
Scituate has 7 schools, including 6 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Scituate, Massachusetts?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Scituate is 6.9 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Scituate, Massachusetts?
The top-ranked school in Scituate on MySchoolScout is Scituate High School with a composite score of 8.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in Scituate, Massachusetts?
The top-ranked elementary school in Scituate on MySchoolScout is Jenkins Elementary School with a composite score of 7.5/10.
What is the best middle school in Scituate, Massachusetts?
The top-ranked middle school in Scituate on MySchoolScout is Gates Middle School with a composite score of 8.2/10.
What is the best high school in Scituate, Massachusetts?
The top-ranked high school in Scituate on MySchoolScout is Scituate High School with a composite score of 8.4/10.
How many school districts serve Scituate, Massachusetts?
Scituate is served by 1 school district: Scituate.
What is the education level in Scituate, Massachusetts?
According to Census data, 67% of adults in Scituate have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Scituate, Massachusetts?
The median household income in Scituate is approximately $131,889 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Scituate, Massachusetts?
Yes, Scituate has 1 private school alongside 6 public schools. The top-rated private school is Inly School with a score of 6.9/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Scituate, Massachusetts?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Scituate is 11.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Scituate, Massachusetts?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Mass. Dept. of Elementary & Secondary Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.