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#627 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 35% in state

Caleb Dustin Hunking School

Elementary School · Haverhill

480 So. Main Street, Haverhill, MA 01835

Enrollment

1,064

Student-Teacher

13:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#627 of 1,793

In Haverhill

#3 of 16

public schools

In district

#2 of 16

Haverhill

Academic growth

8.1 / 10

Excellent

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Caleb Dustin Hunking School

7.0/10

Elementary School in Haverhill · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.6/10

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3.1/10

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About Caleb Dustin Hunking School

Caleb Dustin Hunking School is a public elementary school in Haverhill, MA, part of Haverhill. Caleb Dustin Hunking School serves approximately 1,064 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Caleb Dustin Hunking School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #627 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Caleb Dustin Hunking School show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025).

How it compares1.3 pts above district
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • District avg 5.7
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.1Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change-0.75 pts/yr
Data Period2017–2025
TrendStable
Academics6.7Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42.2% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency34.7% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+0.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-7.9 pts
Overall Proficiency38% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+3.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile52th
Resources & Environment4.8Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,615
Chronic Absenteeism22.9%

Caleb Dustin Hunking School — Students at Caleb Dustin Hunking School score 38% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 37.3% (multi-year average, 2017-2025)
School
State
42.4% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 35.4% (multi-year average, 2017-2025)
School
State
45.5% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 114 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2017
Math
40%
ELA
40%
2018
Math
41.9%
ELA
41.3%
2019
Math
43.3%
ELA
40.3%
2020*
Math
28%
ELA
34%
2021*
Math
27.9%
ELA
33.6%
2022
Math
31.1%
ELA
31.6%
2023
Math
34.8%
ELA
33.3%
2024
Math
41.5%
ELA
31.8%
2025
Math
42.2%
ELA
34.7%

* 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: 8.1/10.

How Caleb Dustin Hunking School Compares

See how Caleb Dustin Hunking School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.0/10
65th percentile in MA
Academic
6.7/10
Average
Growth
8.1/10
Excellent
Environment
4.8/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
82 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.9%

Location

480 So. Main Street, Haverhill, MA 01835

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Caleb Dustin Hunking School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Golden Hill (rated 7.3/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Moody (rated 6.6/10, 0.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Tilton (rated 6.4/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Haverhill, see our Haverhill schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Moody Haverhill 0.6 mi 6.6
Moody Preschool Extension Haverhill 0.6 mi 3.1
Greenleaf Academy Bradford 0.7 mi 4.1
SACRED HEARTS SCHOOL Bradford 0.8 mi 4.2
Bartlett School and Assessment Center Haverhill 0.8 mi 4.6
Silver Hill Elementary School Haverhill 0.9 mi 5.1
Tilton Haverhill 1.1 mi 6.4
Bradford Elementary Bradford 0.9 mi 4.0
Consentino Middle School Haverhill 1.0 mi 5.2
BRADFORD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Bradford 1.4 mi 7.5
Gateway Academy Haverhill 1.9 mi 5.9
Dr Paul Nettle Haverhill 1.6 mi 4.6
Golden Hill Haverhill 1.7 mi 7.3
Walnut Square Haverhill 2.3 mi 6.3
Haverhill High Haverhill 2.1 mi 4.1
Hill View Montessori Charter Public School Haverhill 1.7 mi 4.3
Pentucket Lake Elementary Haverhill 2.4 mi 3.1
John G Whittier Haverhill 2.6 mi 5.0
HILLTOP SCHOOL Haverhill 3.0 mi
BROOKS SCHOOL North Andover 3.8 mi 7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01835 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$108,275

Median Home Value

$431,400

Median Rent

$1,747/mo

Population

14,637

College Educated

40%

Homeownership

76%

Avg Commute

29.3 min

Poverty Rate

4%

Median Age

37.7

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David Mindess Ashland, MA 7.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Caleb Dustin Hunking School

What grades does Caleb Dustin Hunking School serve?

Caleb Dustin Hunking School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Caleb Dustin Hunking School?

Caleb Dustin Hunking School has an enrollment of approximately 1,064 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Caleb Dustin Hunking School?

The student-teacher ratio at Caleb Dustin Hunking School 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 Caleb Dustin Hunking School rank in MA?

Caleb Dustin Hunking School ranks #627 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Caleb Dustin Hunking School's MySchoolScout rating?

Caleb Dustin Hunking School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Caleb Dustin Hunking School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Caleb Dustin Hunking School has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025).

Is Caleb Dustin Hunking School a charter school?

No, Caleb Dustin Hunking School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Caleb Dustin Hunking School a Title I school?

No, Caleb Dustin Hunking School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
42 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
34 Some Transit
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
1,064
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers (FTE)
82
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Essex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.9%

District

Haverhill
District Enrollment
7,882
Schools in District
16
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,615
District Rank
#2 of 16

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