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Bellingham Early Childhood Center

School · Bellingham

342 Hartford Avenue, Bellingham, MA 02019

Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on MA statewide data. Learn more

Enrollment

109

Student-Teacher

18.2:1

Score

3.6

Grades

Pre-K – Pre-K

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,683 of 1,793

In Bellingham

#5 of 5

public schools

In district

#5 of 5

Bellingham

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Bellingham Early Childhood Center

3.6/10

School in Bellingham · grades Pre-K – Pre-K. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Stall Brook

5.0/10

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7.6/10

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About Bellingham Early Childhood Center

Bellingham Early Childhood Center is a public school in Bellingham, MA, part of Bellingham. Bellingham Early Childhood Center serves approximately 109 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 18.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Bellingham Early Childhood Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,683 of 1,793 schools in MA.

How it compares1.6 pts below district
  • This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 5.2
  • MA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 109 students, Bellingham Early Childhood Center is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student ProgressNot Available

Requires 2+ years of test data

Academics6.4Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.·Area estimate · Based on MA state average
College Readiness2.9Needs Improvement45%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment2.3Needs Improvement30%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,417

How we calculate scores →

Component weights adjusted due to data availability.

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

How Bellingham Early Childhood Center Compares

See how Bellingham Early Childhood Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.6/10
6th percentile in MA
Academic
6.4/10
Average
Environment
2.3/10
Needs Improvement

Location

342 Hartford Avenue, Bellingham, MA 02019

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bellingham Early Childhood Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. Oak Street Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Franklin), which scores notably higher. Another option is EVERGREEN CENTER (rated 7.9/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Milford), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Burke/Memorial Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Medway), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bellingham, see our Bellingham schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Stall Brook Bellingham 0.0 mi 5.0
J F Kennedy Memorial Franklin 1.8 mi 7.6
Medway High Medway 2.4 mi 6.7
RIVERSIDE SCHOOL Milford 2.1 mi
Tri-County Regional Vocational Technical Franklin 2.7 mi 7.4
Bellingham High School Bellingham 3.4 mi 6.3
Bellingham Memorial School Bellingham 3.5 mi 4.8
BETHANY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mendon 2.9 mi 6.0
EVERGREEN CENTER Milford 3.2 mi 7.9
Burke/Memorial Elementary School Medway 3.0 mi 7.8
John D Mc Govern Elementary Medway 3.2 mi 6.4
Medway Middle Medway 3.0 mi 7.4
Franklin High Franklin 3.2 mi 7.4
Horace Mann Franklin 3.4 mi 7.8
Oak Street Elementary Franklin 3.4 mi 8.0
Franklin Early Childhood Development Center Franklin 3.4 mi 4.9
Helen Keller Elementary Franklin 3.2 mi 6.6
Annie Sullivan Middle School Franklin 3.2 mi 6.9
Stacy Middle Milford 3.5 mi 3.3
Memorial Milford 3.6 mi 5.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02019 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$120,966

Median Home Value

$425,900

Median Rent

$1,788/mo

Population

17,160

College Educated

40%

Homeownership

78.5%

Avg Commute

35.6 min

Poverty Rate

4.4%

Median Age

38.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bellingham Early Childhood Center

What grades does Bellingham Early Childhood Center serve?

Bellingham Early Childhood Center serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.

How many students attend Bellingham Early Childhood Center?

Bellingham Early Childhood Center has an enrollment of approximately 109 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bellingham Early Childhood Center?

The student-teacher ratio at Bellingham Early Childhood Center is 18.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bellingham Early Childhood Center rank in MA?

Bellingham Early Childhood Center ranks #1,683 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Bellingham Early Childhood Center's MySchoolScout rating?

Bellingham Early Childhood Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Bellingham Early Childhood Center a charter school?

No, Bellingham Early Childhood Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Bellingham Early Childhood Center a Title I school?

No, Bellingham Early Childhood Center is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
32 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
109
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
6
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Norfolk County

District

Bellingham
District Enrollment
1,990
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,417
District Rank
#5 of 5

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