Hamilton-wenham School District
School District · Wenham, Massachusetts
Avg Rating
7.6
out of 10
Schools
5
3 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,969
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.2:1
Avg Rating
7.6
out of 10
Schools
5
3 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,969
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.2:1
Evaluating Hamilton-wenham?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge Hamilton-wenham as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Bessie Buker Elementary
Wenham · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Hamilton-wenham Regional High
South Hamilton · High. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Miles River Middle
Hamilton · Middle. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Massachusetts rank
#51 of 236
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+1.3
above Massachusetts avg
Per-pupil spending
$23,969
+$2,598 vs Massachusetts median
District size
1,665 students
Smaller than Massachusetts median
The short answer
Hamilton-wenham ranks #51 of 236 Massachusetts districts by overall school rating. Hamilton-wenham's schools with real test data average 7.6/10 across 5 schools. Its top-rated schools are Bessie Buker Elementary (9.1/10), Hamilton-wenham Regional High (8.7/10), and Miles River Middle (8.6/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in Hamilton-wenham
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (5 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bessie Buker Elementary | 9.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Hamilton-wenham Regional High | 8.7 / 10 |
| 3 | Miles River Middle | 8.6 / 10 |
| 4 | Winthrop School | 6.1 / 10 |
| 5 | Cutler School | 5.4 / 10 |
See all 5 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Hamilton-wenham
Hamilton-wenham is a Wenham, Massachusetts school district serving 5 schools. The district educates 1,665 students with a student-teacher ratio of 11.2:1. The district invests $23,969 per student annually.
With an average rating of 7.6/10, Hamilton-wenham is among the strongest-performing districts in the state.
The highest-rated school in the district is Bessie Buker Elementary, which has a composite score of 9.1/10.
In standardized testing, Hamilton-wenham students show an average math proficiency of 66.0% and ELA proficiency of 72.6%.
The district includes 3 elementary schools , 1 middle school , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in Hamilton-wenham, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Hamilton-wenham with test data.
Schools in Hamilton-wenham
5 schools Elementary Schools 3
Middle Schools 1
High Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Massachusetts
- City
- Wenham
- Total Enrollment
- 1,665
- Teachers (FTE)
- 148
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.0%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Hamilton-wenham?
Hamilton-wenham has 5 schools in total — 3 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Hamilton-wenham?
The average composite rating for Hamilton-wenham is 7.6/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Hamilton-wenham?
Hamilton-wenham spends $23,969 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Hamilton-wenham?
The average student-teacher ratio in Hamilton-wenham is 11.2:1.
What is the top-rated school in Hamilton-wenham?
Bessie Buker Elementary is the highest-rated school in Hamilton-wenham with a composite score of 9.1/10.
What are the test scores in Hamilton-wenham?
Across schools in Hamilton-wenham with test data, the average math proficiency is 66.0% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 72.6%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Hamilton-wenham compare to other districts in Massachusetts?
Hamilton-wenham has an average school rating of 7.6/10 across 5 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Massachusetts by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 7.6/10
- Math Proficiency
- 66.0%
- ELA Proficiency
- 72.6%
Resources
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.
See how we rateOther School Districts in MA
Compare Hamilton-wenham with neighboring districts in the state.
- Boston (109)
- Springfield (66)
- Worcester (45)
- Lowell (27)
- Lynn (27)
- Lawrence (26)
- Brockton (24)
- New Bedford (24)
- Newton (22)
- Quincy (19)
- Fall River (18)
- Cambridge (17)
- Haverhill (16)
- Chicopee (15)
- Framingham (14)
- Pittsfield (14)
- Brookline (13)
- Leominster (13)
- Plymouth (13)
- Taunton (13)
- Wachusett (13)
- Attleboro (12)
- Westfield (12)
- Arlington (11)
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.
Related reading
Get school insights in your inbox
New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.