Very Good
#453 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 25% in state
Claypit Hill School
Elementary School · Wayland
40 Adams Lane, Wayland, MA 01778
Enrollment
489
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
489
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#453 of 1,793
In Wayland
#5 of 5
public schools
In district
#5 of 5
Wayland
School environment
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Claypit Hill School
Elementary School in Wayland · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Claypit Hill School
Claypit Hill School is a public elementary school in Wayland, MA, part of Wayland. Claypit Hill School serves approximately 489 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Claypit Hill School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #453 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Claypit Hill School show 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 8.7
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Claypit Hill School — Students at Claypit Hill School score 63% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 76 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 6.5/10.
How Claypit Hill School Compares
See how Claypit Hill School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
40 Adams Lane, Wayland, MA 01778
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Claypit Hill School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Country (rated 9.9/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Weston), which scores notably higher. Another option is Happy Hollow School (rated 9.5/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Field Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Weston), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Wayland, see our Wayland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| The Children's Way Preschool Wayland | 1.2 mi | — |
| Wayland High School Wayland | 2.6 mi | 9.4 |
| Happy Hollow School Wayland | 2.7 mi | 9.5 |
| Loker School Wayland | 3.0 mi | 8.9 |
| Woodland Weston | 2.4 mi | 9.2 |
| VERITAS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Wayland | 3.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Country Weston | 2.6 mi | 9.9 |
| THE TREMONT SCHOOL Weston | 3.0 mi | — |
| Field Elementary School Weston | 2.6 mi | 9.3 |
| Wayland Middle School Wayland | 3.5 mi | 9.3 |
| Weston High Weston | 3.1 mi | 9.4 |
| THE RIVERS SCHOOL Weston | 3.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Weston Middle Weston | 3.2 mi | 8.3 |
| BRANDON SCHOOL & RESIDENTAL TREATMENT Natick | 3.9 mi | 8.2 |
| THE CARROLL SCHOOL Lincoln | 4.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Lincoln School Lincoln | 3.9 mi | 8.7 |
| General John Nixon Elementary Sudbury | 3.2 mi | 8.4 |
| Lincoln-Sudbury Regional High Sudbury | 3.3 mi | 8.6 |
| Peter Noyes Sudbury | 3.3 mi | 8.8 |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF NATICK Natick | 4.4 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01778 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$219,531
Median Home Value
$935,700
Median Rent
$1,403/mo
Population
13,915
College Educated
77.7%
Homeownership
90.5%
Avg Commute
30.8 min
Poverty Rate
4.2%
Median Age
44.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Alcott Concord, MA | 7.6 |
| DEDHAM COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Dedham, MA | 7.6 |
| Dawson Holden, MA | 7.6 |
| Francis Wyman Elementary Burlington, MA | 7.6 |
| George H Potter North Dartmouth, MA | 7.6 |
| High Plain Elementary Andover, MA | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Claypit Hill School
What grades does Claypit Hill School serve?
Claypit Hill School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Claypit Hill School?
Claypit Hill School has an enrollment of approximately 489 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Claypit Hill School?
The student-teacher ratio at Claypit Hill School is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Claypit Hill School rank in MA?
Claypit Hill School ranks #453 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Claypit Hill School's MySchoolScout rating?
Claypit Hill School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Claypit Hill School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Claypit Hill School has 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Claypit Hill School a charter school?
No, Claypit Hill School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Claypit Hill School a Title I school?
No, Claypit Hill School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 489
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 9.4%
- Phone
- (508) 358-3851
Resources & Links
District
Wayland- District Enrollment
- 2,745
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,972
- District Rank
- #5 of 5
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