Needs Improvement
#1773 of 1,793 schools in MA
Atherton Hough
Elementary School · Quincy
1084 Sea Street, Quincy, MA 02169
Enrollment
248
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
3.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
248
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
3.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,773 of 1,793
In Quincy
#19 of 19
public schools
In district
#19 of 19
Quincy
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Atherton Hough
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About Atherton Hough
Atherton Hough is a public elementary school in Quincy, MA, part of Quincy. Atherton Hough serves approximately 248 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Atherton Hough has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,773 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Atherton Hough show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 3.0 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.5
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 9.9:1 students to teachers, Atherton Hough sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Atherton Hough — Students at Atherton Hough score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 82 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: 1.3/10.
How Atherton Hough Compares
See how Atherton Hough performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1084 Sea Street, Quincy, MA 02169
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Atherton Hough may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Academy Avenue (rated 8.1/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Weymouth), which scores notably higher. Another option is Wessagusset (rated 7.7/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby North Weymouth), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Merrymount (rated 6.5/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Quincy, see our Quincy schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Snug Harbor Community School Quincy | 0.9 mi | 4.0 |
| Wessagusset North Weymouth | 1.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Johnson Early Childhood Center Weymouth | 1.9 mi | 4.0 |
| Broad Meadows Middle Quincy | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Clifford H Marshall Elementary Quincy | 2.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Merrymount Quincy | 1.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Point Webster Middle Quincy | 2.2 mi | 4.1 |
| SU ESCUELA LANGUAGE ACADEMY/SELA THE INTERNATIONAL Hingham | 2.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Quincy High Quincy | 2.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Beechwood Knoll Elementary Quincy | 2.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Donald Ross Braintree | 3.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Academy Avenue Weymouth | 3.3 mi | 8.1 |
| THE WOODWARD SCHOOL Quincy | 2.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Maria Weston Chapman Middle School Weymouth | 3.4 mi | 6.6 |
| SOUTH SHORE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Weymouth | 3.6 mi | 8.3 |
| Hull High Hull | 3.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Central Middle Quincy | 2.8 mi | 6.8 |
| SOUTH SHORE CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC PRESCHOOL Hingham | 3.2 mi | — |
| East Middle School Braintree | 3.6 mi | 6.4 |
| CAMPUS KINDER HAUS Quincy | 2.9 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02169 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,080
Median Home Value
$552,200
Median Rent
$1,975/mo
Population
60,928
College Educated
48.5%
Homeownership
40.3%
Avg Commute
34.3 min
Poverty Rate
12.6%
Median Age
38.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Charles S Ashley New Bedford, MA | 3.0 |
| Brickett Elementary Lynn, MA | 2.9 |
| Hyannis West Elementary Hyannis, MA | 2.9 |
| William P. Sapelli Elementary Agawam, MA | 3.1 |
| Atkinson North Andover, MA | 3.2 |
| Franklin Ave Westfield, MA | 2.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Atherton Hough
What grades does Atherton Hough serve?
Atherton Hough serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Atherton Hough?
Atherton Hough has an enrollment of approximately 248 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Atherton Hough?
The student-teacher ratio at Atherton Hough is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Atherton Hough rank in MA?
Atherton Hough ranks #1,773 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Atherton Hough's MySchoolScout rating?
Atherton Hough has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 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 Atherton Hough?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Atherton Hough has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Atherton Hough a charter school?
No, Atherton Hough is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Atherton Hough a Title I school?
No, Atherton Hough is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 248
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Norfolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.7%
- Phone
- (617) 984-8797
Resources & Links
District
Quincy- District Enrollment
- 9,695
- Schools in District
- 19
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,369
- District Rank
- #19 of 19
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