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Barnstable United Elementary School

Elementary School · Barnstable

730 Osterville West Barnstable, Marston Mills, MA 02648

Enrollment

706

Student-Teacher

10.5:1

Score

4.6

Grades

4th – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,444 of 1,793

In district

#5 of 9

Barnstable

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Barnstable United Elementary School

4.6/10

Elementary School in Marston Mills · grades 4th – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Barnstable United Elementary School

Barnstable United Elementary School is a public elementary school in Marston Mills, MA, part of Barnstable. Barnstable United Elementary School serves approximately 706 students, and covers grades 4th-5th, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Barnstable United Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,444 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Barnstable United Elementary School show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2025).

How it compares1.2 pts below district
  • This school 4.6 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.8
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.1Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.69 pts/yr
Data Period2012–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.2Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency28% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency31% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-15.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-10.2 pts
Overall Proficiency30% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)44% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-14.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile23th
Resources & Environment6.6Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,051
Chronic Absenteeism25.4%

Barnstable United Elementary School — Students at Barnstable United Elementary School score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 36.4% (multi-year average, 2012-2025)
School
State
43.0% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 40.2% (multi-year average, 2012-2025)
School
State
45.6% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 76 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2012
Math
52%
ELA
56%
2013
Math
50%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
64%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
63%
2016
Math
44%
ELA
43%
2017
Math
44%
ELA
46%
2018
Math
44.8%
ELA
46.5%
2019
Math
44%
ELA
46.8%
2020*
Math
26%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
26%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
24%
ELA
27%
2023
Math
32%
ELA
32.3%
2024
Math
31.3%
ELA
26.7%
2025
Math
28%
ELA
31%

* 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: 4.1/10.

How Barnstable United Elementary School Compares

See how Barnstable United Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.6/10
20th percentile in MA
Academic
4.2/10
Below Average
Growth
4.1/10
Below Average
Environment
6.6/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
67 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.4%

Location

730 Osterville West Barnstable, Marston Mills, MA 02648

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Barnstable United Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Oak Ridge (rated 9.0/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby East Sandwich), which scores notably higher. Another option is Barnstable Community Innovation School (rated 8.2/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Hyannis), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Kenneth Coombs School (rated 7.7/10, 6.1 miles away, in nearby Mashpee), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Marston Mills, see our Marston Mills schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.1 mi
School Distance Rating
West Villages Elementary School Marstons Mills 0.2 mi 7.1
BAYBERRY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Osterville 0.5 mi
FAIR ACRES COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Marstons Mills 0.7 mi
CAPE COD ACADEMY Osterville 1.3 mi 5.2
Centerville Elementary Centerville 2.0 mi 6.5
Barnstable Intermediate School Hyannis 3.4 mi 3.5
Barnstable High Hyannis 3.5 mi 4.4
Enoch Cobb Early Learning Center Hyannis 3.7 mi 3.7
Hyannis West Elementary Hyannis 3.7 mi 2.9
West Barnstable Elementary West Barnstable 4.1 mi 5.2
RIVERVIEW SCHOOL East Sandwich 5.5 mi 4.6
Oak Ridge East Sandwich 5.4 mi 9.0
Barnstable Community Innovation School Hyannis 4.9 mi 8.2
ST FRANCIS XAVIER PREP SCHOOL Hyannis 5.3 mi 6.0
Sturgis Charter Public School Hyannis 5.3 mi 7.9
ST JOHN PAUL II SCHOOL Hyannis 5.3 mi 5.7
Sandwich Middle High School East Sandwich 6.4 mi 6.8
TRINITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Barnstable 5.7 mi 6.6
Kenneth Coombs School Mashpee 6.1 mi 7.7
Quashnet School Mashpee 6.1 mi 6.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02648 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$131,125

Median Home Value

$580,700

Median Rent

$1,533/mo

Population

7,592

College Educated

39.7%

Homeownership

95.9%

Avg Commute

27.2 min

Poverty Rate

4.2%

Median Age

50.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Barnstable United Elementary School

What grades does Barnstable United Elementary School serve?

Barnstable United Elementary School serves students in grades 4th through 5th.

How many students attend Barnstable United Elementary School?

Barnstable United Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 706 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Barnstable United Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Barnstable United Elementary School is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Barnstable United Elementary School rank in MA?

Barnstable United Elementary School ranks #1,444 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Barnstable United Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Barnstable United Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Barnstable United Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Barnstable United Elementary School has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2025).

Is Barnstable United Elementary School a charter school?

No, Barnstable United Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Barnstable United Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Barnstable United Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
15 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
4th – 5th
Enrollment
706
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
67
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Barnstable County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.4%

District

Barnstable
District Enrollment
4,817
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,051
District Rank
#5 of 9

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