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#261 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 15% in state

Bournedale Elementary School

Elementary School · Bourne

41 Ernest Valerie Road, Bournedale, MA 02532

Enrollment

429

Student-Teacher

13.8:1

Score

8.2

Grades

Pre-K – 2nd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#261 of 1,793

In district

#1 of 4

Bourne

Academic growth

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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Bournedale Elementary School

8.2/10

Elementary School in Bournedale · grades Pre-K – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Upper Cape Cod Vocational Technical

6.8/10

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Bourne Intermediate School

7.0/10

1.5 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Bournedale Elementary School

Bournedale Elementary School is a public elementary school in Bournedale, MA, part of Bourne. Bournedale Elementary School serves approximately 429 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Bournedale Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #261 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Bournedale Elementary School show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 8.2 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.6
  • MA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Bournedale Elementary School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.9Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data11
Annual Change+2.75 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2019
TrendImproving
Academics5.9Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42% (2019 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42% (2019 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-8.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-12 pts
Overall Proficiency42% (2019 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)51% (model expectation from 2019 MCAS)
vs. Expected-8.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile42th
Resources & Environment7.3Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$25,602
Chronic Absenteeism16.8%

Bournedale Elementary School — Students at Bournedale Elementary School score 42% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2018-19)

Math Proficiency 49.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2019)
School
State
49.5% (multi-year state average, 2018-2019)
ELA Proficiency 51.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2019)
School
State
53.0% (multi-year state average, 2018-2019)

Based on 30 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
37.7%
ELA
41.3%
2019
Math
42.7%
ELA
40%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.9/10.

How Bournedale Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.2/10
86th percentile in MA
Academic
5.9/10
Average
Growth
9.9/10
Excellent
Environment
7.3/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.8%

Location

41 Ernest Valerie Road, Bournedale, MA 02532

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bournedale Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Oak Ridge (rated 9.0/10, 7.0 miles away, in nearby East Sandwich), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Wareham Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Wareham), with a very similar rating. Additionally, South Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby Plymouth), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Bournedale, see our Bournedale schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Upper Cape Cod Vocational Technical Bourne 1.0 mi 6.8
Bourne Intermediate School Bourne 1.5 mi 7.0
Bourne Middle School Bourne 1.6 mi 5.5
Bourne High School Bourne 1.6 mi 7.1
BRIDGEVIEW MONTESSORI SCHOOL Sagamore 2.3 mi 6.0
WALDORF SCHOOL OF CAPE COD Sandwich 3.4 mi 5.5
THE HUNDRED ACRE SCHL HERITAGE MUSEUMS AND GARDENS Sandwich 3.9 mi
CHRISTOPHER DONOVAN DAY SCHOOL- INC Onset 4.1 mi
South Elementary Plymouth 5.4 mi 8.0
THE COVE SCHOOL Plymouth 6.6 mi
Forestdale School Sandwich 5.8 mi 7.5
Wareham Elementary School Wareham 5.5 mi 8.2
Sandwich Middle High School East Sandwich 6.5 mi 6.8
Plymouth South High Plymouth 8.7 mi 5.7
North Falmouth Elementary North Falmouth 8.7 mi 8.0
Oak Ridge East Sandwich 7.0 mi 9.0
Plymouth South Middle Plymouth 8.9 mi 6.2
Indian Brook Plymouth 9.2 mi 6.0
Wareham Senior High Wareham 7.2 mi 6.6
Wareham Cooperative Alternative School Wareham 7.2 mi 4.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02532 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$89,411

Median Home Value

$477,200

Median Rent

$1,474/mo

Population

13,180

College Educated

42.5%

Homeownership

77.4%

Avg Commute

28.7 min

Poverty Rate

7.2%

Median Age

54.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bournedale Elementary School

What grades does Bournedale Elementary School serve?

Bournedale Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.

How many students attend Bournedale Elementary School?

Bournedale Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 429 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bournedale Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Bournedale Elementary School is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bournedale Elementary School rank in MA?

Bournedale Elementary School ranks #261 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Bournedale Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Bournedale Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Bournedale Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bournedale Elementary School has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).

Is Bournedale Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Bournedale Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
5 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
429
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Barnstable County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.8%

District

Bourne
District Enrollment
1,563
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$25,602
District Rank
#1 of 4

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