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#264 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 15% in state

Center Elementary

Elementary School · Hanover

65 Silver Street, Hanover, MA 02339

Enrollment

628

Student-Teacher

14.6:1

Score

8.2

Grades

2nd – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#264 of 1,793

In Hanover

#2 of 5

public schools

In district

#2 of 4

Hanover

Academic growth

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Center Elementary

8.2/10

Elementary School in Hanover · grades 2nd – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Cardinal Cushing Centers

6.9/10

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

Cedar Elementary

3.9/10

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

About Center Elementary

Center Elementary is a public elementary school in Hanover, MA, part of Hanover. Center Elementary serves approximately 628 students, and covers grades 2nd-4th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Center Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #264 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Center Elementary show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025).

How it compares2.1 pts above district
  • This school 8.2 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.0
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.8Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data6
Annual Change+1.4 pts/yr
Data Period2020–2025
TrendImproving
Academics7.8Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency62% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency55.5% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+19.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+12.9 pts
Overall Proficiency59% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)59% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+0.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile68th
Resources & Environment5.0Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,146
Chronic Absenteeism7.6%

Center Elementary — Students at Center Elementary score 59% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 57.3% (multi-year average, 2020-2025)
School
State
41.5% (multi-year state average, 2021-2025)
ELA Proficiency 58.6% (multi-year average, 2020-2025)
School
State
42.6% (multi-year state average, 2021-2025)

Based on 26 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2020*
Math
51%
ELA
63%
2021*
Math
50%
ELA
63%
2022
Math
53.7%
ELA
53.7%
2023
Math
63%
ELA
61%
2024
Math
66.5%
ELA
58%
2025
Math
62%
ELA
55.5%

* 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: 9.8/10.

How Center Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
8.2/10
85th percentile in MA
Academic
7.8/10
Very Good
Growth
9.8/10
Excellent
Environment
5.0/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
43 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
7.6%

Location

65 Silver Street, Hanover, MA 02339

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Center Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. William G Vinal (rated 8.7/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Norwell), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Indian Head (rated 7.5/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Hanson), with a comparable rating. Additionally, R Stewart Esten (rated 7.3/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Rockland), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Hanover, see our Hanover schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.9 mi
School Distance Rating
CARDINAL CUSHING CENTERS Hanover 1.1 mi 6.9
Cedar Elementary Hanover 1.6 mi 3.9
Hanover High Hanover 1.6 mi 8.4
South Shore Vocational Technical High Hanover 2.2 mi 8.0
Norwell High Norwell 2.6 mi 8.8
Hanover Middle Hanover 2.0 mi 7.7
Norwell Middle School Norwell 2.8 mi 8.1
Hanson Middle School Hanson 3.3 mi 6.8
South Shore Charter Public School Norwell 3.3 mi 5.8
R Stewart Esten Rockland 2.9 mi 7.3
THE RIDGE HILL SCHOOL Norwell 3.7 mi
Indian Head Hanson 4.1 mi 7.5
Grace Farrar Cole Norwell 3.8 mi 7.3
THE ACCORD SCHOOL Norwell 4.0 mi
North Pembroke Elementary Pembroke 3.5 mi 6.6
William G Vinal Norwell 4.6 mi 8.7
Rockland Senior High Rockland 3.9 mi 7.0
John W Rogers Middle Rockland 3.9 mi 6.1
Bryantville Elementary Pembroke 5.2 mi 5.2
Hingham Middle School Hingham 4.9 mi 8.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02339 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$174,821

Median Home Value

$706,200

Median Rent

$1,642/mo

Population

14,800

College Educated

56.5%

Homeownership

86.5%

Avg Commute

34.5 min

Poverty Rate

5.7%

Median Age

41.4

Similar Schools

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School Rating
Ambrose Elementary Winchester, MA 8.2
Bournedale Elementary School Bournedale, MA 8.2
Brackett Arlington, MA 8.2
Clinton Elementary Clinton, MA 8.2
E N White Elementary Holyoke, MA 8.2
J Turner Hood North Reading, MA 8.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Center Elementary

What grades does Center Elementary serve?

Center Elementary serves students in grades 2nd through 4th.

How many students attend Center Elementary?

Center Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 628 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Center Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Center Elementary is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Center Elementary rank in MA?

Center Elementary ranks #264 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Center Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Center Elementary 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 Center Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Center Elementary has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025).

Is Center Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Center Elementary a Title I school?

No, Center Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
29 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
2nd – 4th
Enrollment
628
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
43
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Plymouth County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
7.6%

District

Hanover
District Enrollment
2,602
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,146
District Rank
#2 of 4

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