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6.7 avg / 10

Best Schools in Scituate, Massachusetts

7 schools · 5 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High

Public: 6
Private: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 6.7/10
Estimated Scores: 14%

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
6.7/10

43% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$131,889

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$789,500

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
67%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
38 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
88%

Of occupied housing units

How Scituate compares

Massachusetts rank

#83 of 238

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+0.4

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 6.7 out of 10, schools in Scituate show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

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.

Filter by ZIP: 02066 (7)

Elementary Schools

5 schools
# School Rating
1 335 students · Kindergarten–5th 7.0
2 250 students · Kindergarten–5th 6.5
3 367 students · Kindergarten–5th 5.2
4 430 students · Pre-K–5th 5.2
Private Schools 1 school

Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.

1 212 students · Pre-K–8th Not Rated

Middle Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 614 students · 6th–8th 7.8

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.

Quick Facts

Total Schools
7
Elementary
5
Middle
1
High
1
Districts
1
Avg Rating
6.7/10

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

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 6.7 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

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 7.0/10.

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 7.8/10.

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 based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.

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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.