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Cutler School

Elementary School · Hamilton-Wenham

237 Asbury Street, South Hamilton, MA 01982

Enrollment

255

Student-Teacher

12.8:1

Score

5.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,211 of 1,793

In South Hamilton

#3 of 3

public schools

In district

#5 of 5

Hamilton-Wenham

School environment

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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Cutler School

5.4/10

Elementary School in South Hamilton · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Winthrop School

6.1/10

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9.1/10

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About Cutler School

Cutler School is a public elementary school in South Hamilton, MA, part of Hamilton-Wenham. Cutler School serves approximately 255 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Cutler School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,211 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Cutler School show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.5 pts below district
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • District avg 6.9
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.4Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-3.67 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.2Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency60% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency62% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+17.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+19.4 pts
Overall Proficiency61% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)58% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+2.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile73th
Resources & Environment8.9Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,969
Chronic Absenteeism8.2%

Cutler School — Students at Cutler School score 61% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 57.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 63.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.6% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 82 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
82%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2018
Math
69.5%
ELA
72.3%
2019
Math
67%
ELA
71.5%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
72%
2021*
Math
38.8%
ELA
67.8%
2022
Math
46.3%
ELA
47.8%
2023
Math
41%
ELA
51.7%
2024
Math
32%
ELA
32.3%
2025
Math
60%
ELA
62%

* 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: 2.4/10.

How Cutler School Compares

See how Cutler School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.4/10
33th percentile in MA
Academic
8.2/10
Excellent
Growth
2.4/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.9/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
8.2%

Location

237 Asbury Street, South Hamilton, MA 01982

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Cutler School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bessie Buker Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Wenham), which scores notably higher. Another option is Steward Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Topsfield), which scores notably higher. Additionally, North Beverly Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Beverly), which scores notably higher. For more schools in South Hamilton, see our South Hamilton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Winthrop School South Hamilton 0.6 mi 6.1
Bessie Buker Elementary Wenham 0.9 mi 9.1
PINGREE SCHOOL South Hamilton 1.4 mi 7.2
Hamilton-Wenham Regional High South Hamilton 1.6 mi 8.7
Miles River Middle Hamilton 1.7 mi 8.6
North Beverly Elementary Beverly 2.8 mi 8.3
THE ACADEMY AT PENGUIN HALL Wenham 2.4 mi 5.8
WALDORF SCHOOL AT MORAINE FARM Beverly 2.9 mi 7.1
NORTH SHORE RECOVERY HIGH SCHOOL Beverly 3.6 mi 6.1
Steward Elementary Topsfield 2.9 mi 8.8
HOPEFUL JOURNEYS EDUCATIONAL CENTER Beverly 3.6 mi 8.2
SHORE COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Beverly 3.6 mi 7.6
NEW ENGLAND ACADEMY Beverly 3.4 mi 5.7
THE SAINTS ACADEMY Beverly 3.6 mi 4.7
Hannah Elementary Beverly 3.7 mi 7.2
Centerville Elementary Beverly 3.4 mi 8.3
Beverly High Beverly 3.9 mi 6.0
Beverly Middle School Beverly 3.9 mi 6.6
HARBORLIGHT MONTESSORI Beverly 3.9 mi 7.4
McKeown School Beverly 4.0 mi 5.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01982 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$127,137

Median Home Value

$688,500

Median Rent

$1,746/mo

Population

7,646

College Educated

68.6%

Homeownership

83.1%

Avg Commute

34.3 min

Poverty Rate

6.1%

Median Age

43.8

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Day Elementary Westford, MA 5.4
Dudley Elementary Dudley, MA 5.4
Henri A. Yelle Norton, MA 5.4
John A. Crisafulli Elementary School Westford, MA 5.4
Northfield Elementary Northfield, MA 5.4
Riverdale Dedham, MA 5.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cutler School

What grades does Cutler School serve?

Cutler School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Cutler School?

Cutler School has an enrollment of approximately 255 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Cutler School?

The student-teacher ratio at Cutler School is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Cutler School rank in MA?

Cutler School ranks #1,211 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Cutler School's MySchoolScout rating?

Cutler School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Cutler School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Cutler School has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Cutler School a charter school?

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

Is Cutler School a Title I school?

No, Cutler School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
22 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
255
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Essex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
8.2%

District

Hamilton-Wenham
District Enrollment
1,665
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,969
District Rank
#5 of 5

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