Excellent
#317 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 18% in state
Academy Avenue
Elementary School · Weymouth
94 Academy Avenue, Weymouth, MA 02189
Enrollment
338
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
338
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#317 of 1,793
In Weymouth
#1 of 8
public schools
In district
#1 of 11
Weymouth
Academic growth
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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Academy Avenue
Elementary School in Weymouth · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Academy Avenue
Academy Avenue is a public elementary school in Weymouth, MA, part of Weymouth. Academy Avenue serves approximately 338 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Academy Avenue has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #317 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Academy Avenue show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- District avg 6.1
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Academy Avenue — Students at Academy Avenue score 53% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 72 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.5/10.
How Academy Avenue Compares
See how Academy Avenue performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
94 Academy Avenue, Weymouth, MA 02189
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Academy Avenue may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Plymouth River (rated 9.5/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Hingham), which scores notably higher. Another option is Wessagusset (rated 7.7/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby North Weymouth), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Lawrence W Pingree (rated 6.8/10, 0.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Weymouth, see our Weymouth schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Maria Weston Chapman Middle School Weymouth | 0.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Lawrence W Pingree Weymouth | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Johnson Early Childhood Center Weymouth | 1.4 mi | 4.0 |
| William Seach Weymouth | 1.6 mi | 3.6 |
| SOUTH SHORE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Weymouth | 1.2 mi | 8.3 |
| Frederick C Murphy Weymouth | 1.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Wessagusset North Weymouth | 1.9 mi | 7.7 |
| SOUTH SHORE CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC PRESCHOOL Hingham | 1.8 mi | — |
| SU ESCUELA LANGUAGE ACADEMY/SELA THE INTERNATIONAL Hingham | 2.2 mi | 6.3 |
| FIRST BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Weymouth | 2.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Thomas V Nash Weymouth | 2.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Weymouth High School Weymouth | 2.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Archie T Morrison Braintree | 2.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Plymouth River Hingham | 2.1 mi | 9.5 |
| Snug Harbor Community School Quincy | 2.8 mi | 4.0 |
| Ralph Talbot South Weymouth | 3.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Donald Ross Braintree | 2.4 mi | 5.6 |
| East Middle School Braintree | 2.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Clifford H Marshall Elementary Quincy | 2.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Atherton Hough Quincy | 3.3 mi | 3.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02189 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$91,842
Median Home Value
$463,300
Median Rent
$1,732/mo
Population
15,231
College Educated
40.9%
Homeownership
64.2%
Avg Commute
34.6 min
Poverty Rate
11%
Median Age
42.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bowie Chicopee, MA | 8.1 |
| Chittick Elementary School Mattapan, MA | 8.1 |
| Fort River Elementary Amherst, MA | 8.1 |
| Gardner Pilot Academy Allston, MA | 8.1 |
| Joseph R Dawe Jr Elementary Stoughton, MA | 8.1 |
| Kennedy John F Elementary School Jamaica Plain, MA | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Academy Avenue
What grades does Academy Avenue serve?
Academy Avenue serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Academy Avenue?
Academy Avenue has an enrollment of approximately 338 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Academy Avenue?
The student-teacher ratio at Academy Avenue is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Academy Avenue rank in MA?
Academy Avenue ranks #317 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Academy Avenue's MySchoolScout rating?
Academy Avenue has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Academy Avenue?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Academy Avenue has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Academy Avenue a charter school?
No, Academy Avenue is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Academy Avenue a Title I school?
No, Academy Avenue is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 338
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Norfolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.6%
- Phone
- (781) 335-4717
Resources & Links
District
Weymouth- District Enrollment
- 5,641
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,436
- District Rank
- #1 of 11
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