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#892 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 50% in state
Cushing Elementary
Elementary School · Scituate
1 Aberdeen Dr, Scituate, MA 02066
Enrollment
367
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
367
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#892 of 1,793
In Scituate
#4 of 6
public schools
In district
#4 of 6
Scituate
Equity
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Cushing Elementary
Cushing Elementary is a public elementary school in Scituate, MA, part of Scituate. Cushing Elementary serves approximately 367 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Cushing Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #892 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Cushing Elementary show 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.3 · Average
- District avg 6.2
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Cushing Elementary — Students at Cushing Elementary score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 82 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 4.3/10.
How Cushing Elementary Compares
See how Cushing Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1 Aberdeen Dr, Scituate, MA 02066
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cushing Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Deer Hill (rated 8.8/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Cohasset), which scores notably higher. Another option is William G Vinal (rated 8.7/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Norwell), which scores notably higher. Additionally, East Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Hingham), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Scituate, see our Scituate schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Scituate High School Scituate | 0.3 mi | 8.4 |
| Gates Middle School Scituate | 0.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Hatherly Elementary Scituate | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Wampatuck Elementary Scituate | 1.4 mi | 4.8 |
| INLY SCHOOL Scituate | 2.2 mi | 6.9 |
| William G Vinal Norwell | 2.4 mi | 8.7 |
| Jenkins Elementary School Scituate | 2.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Cohasset High School Cohasset | 2.8 mi | 9.5 |
| Cohasset Middle School Cohasset | 2.8 mi | 9.7 |
| Joseph Osgood Cohasset | 3.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Deer Hill Cohasset | 3.4 mi | 8.8 |
| Norwell Middle School Norwell | 4.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Eames Way School Marshfield | 5.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Norwell High Norwell | 4.9 mi | 8.8 |
| Martinson Elementary Marshfield | 6.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Marshfield High Marshfield | 6.8 mi | 6.9 |
| CARDINAL CUSHING CENTERS Hanover | 6.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Furnace Brook Middle Marshfield | 6.9 mi | 6.2 |
| East Elementary School Hingham | 5.5 mi | 8.7 |
| North Pembroke Elementary Pembroke | 7.3 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02066 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$131,889
Median Home Value
$789,500
Median Rent
$1,579/mo
Population
18,895
College Educated
67%
Homeownership
88.3%
Avg Commute
38.2 min
Poverty Rate
2.5%
Median Age
47.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Chace Street Somerset, MA | 6.3 |
| Davis Hill Elementary Holden, MA | 6.3 |
| Franklin North Andover, MA | 6.3 |
| Hatherly Elementary Scituate, MA | 6.3 |
| Heard Street Worcester, MA | 6.3 |
| Helen Hansen Elementary Stoughton, MA | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cushing Elementary
What grades does Cushing Elementary serve?
Cushing Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Cushing Elementary?
Cushing Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 367 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cushing Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Cushing Elementary is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cushing Elementary rank in MA?
Cushing Elementary ranks #892 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Cushing Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Cushing Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Cushing Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cushing Elementary has 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Cushing Elementary a charter school?
No, Cushing Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cushing Elementary a Title I school?
No, Cushing Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 367
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Plymouth County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 6.5%
- Phone
- (781) 545-8770
Resources & Links
District
Scituate- District Enrollment
- 2,745
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,254
- District Rank
- #4 of 6
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