Excellent
#165 of 1,791 schools in MA
Top 9% in state
Cold Spring
Elementary School · Plymouth
25 Alden Street, Plymouth, MA 02360
Enrollment
220
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
220
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Plymouth
#2 of 15
public schools
Massachusetts elementary schools
#103 of 1,022
In district
#2 of 13
Plymouth
Academic growth
8.9 / 10
Exceptional
About Cold Spring
Cold Spring is a public elementary school in Plymouth, MA, part of the Plymouth. The school serves approximately 220 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 10:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.4/10, placing it in the 90.8th percentile among MA schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 46% proficiency in math, 3 points above the state average and 55% in reading/language arts, 10 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in student growth (8.9/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $111,975, where 45% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
Score Breakdown
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Cold Spring — Students at Cold Spring score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
0.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 60 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: 8.9/10.
How Cold Spring Compares
See how Cold Spring performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 42% (2019) to 52% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 52% (2019) to 57% (2022).
Location
25 Alden Street, Plymouth, MA 02360
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cold Spring may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Federal Furnace School (rated 8.6/10, 5.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Nathaniel Morton Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, West Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 2.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Plymouth, see our Plymouth schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hedge Plymouth | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Rising Tide Charter Public School Plymouth | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Nathaniel Morton Elementary Plymouth | 1.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Plymouth North High Plymouth | 1.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Map Academy Charter School Plymouth | 2.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Plymouth Early Childhood Center Plymouth | 2.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Plymouth Commun Intermediate Plymouth | 2.9 mi | 6.1 |
| West Elementary Plymouth | 2.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Kingston Elementary Kingston | 2.7 mi | 3.9 |
| Kingston Intermediate Kingston | 2.7 mi | 5.6 |
| BAY FARM MONTESSORI ACADEMY Duxbury | 3.8 mi | 6.0 |
| WOODSIDE SCHOOL & COMMUNITY RESOURCE CENTER Plymouth | 4.6 mi | — |
| Federal Furnace School Plymouth | 5.2 mi | 8.6 |
| Duxbury Middle Duxbury | 5.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Alden School Duxbury | 5.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Duxbury High Duxbury | 5.8 mi | 8.6 |
| Chandler Elementary Duxbury | 5.9 mi | 5.2 |
| ELEMENTS MONTESSORI Duxbury | 5.9 mi | — |
| Plymouth South Middle Plymouth | 6.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Plymouth South High Plymouth | 6.4 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02360 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$111,975
Median Home Value
$494,700
Median Rent
$1,831/mo
Population
62,405
College Educated
45.2%
Homeownership
79.8%
Avg Commute
30.4 min
Poverty Rate
6.1%
Median Age
47.3
Community Profile
The community surrounding Cold Spring has a median household income of $111,975. It is a well-educated community where 45% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $494,700, with a median rent of $1,831/month. The local poverty rate of 6.1% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| THE CHESTNUT HILLSCHOOL Chestnut Hill, MA | 8.4 |
| Underwood Newton Corner, MA | 8.4 |
| Bessie Buker Elementary Wenham, MA | 8.5 |
| Brimfield Elementary Brimfield, MA | 8.3 |
| Frank H Freedman Springfield, MA | 8.5 |
| Grew Elementary School Hyde Park, MA | 8.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cold Spring
What grades does Cold Spring serve?
Cold Spring serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Cold Spring?
Cold Spring has an enrollment of approximately 220 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cold Spring?
The student-teacher ratio at Cold Spring is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cold Spring rank in MA?
Cold Spring is ranked #165 out of 1,791 schools in MA.
What is Cold Spring's MySchoolScout rating?
Cold Spring has a composite rating of 8.4 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Cold Spring?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Cold Spring has 45.9% math proficiency and 55.3% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Cold Spring a charter school?
No, Cold Spring is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cold Spring a Title I school?
No, Cold Spring is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 220
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Plymouth County
- Phone
- (508) 830-4335
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Plymouth- District Enrollment
- 7,055
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,402
- District Rank
- #2 of 13
Other Schools in This District
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