Excellent
#201 of 1,791 schools in MA
Top 11% in state
Deer Hill
Elementary School · Cohasset
208 Sohier St, Cohasset, MA 02025
Enrollment
321
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
8.2
Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
321
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
8.2
Grades
3rd – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Cohasset
#3 of 4
public schools
Massachusetts elementary schools
#126 of 1,022
In district
#3 of 4
Cohasset
Academic growth
8.7 / 10
Exceptional
About Deer Hill
Deer Hill is a public elementary school in Cohasset, MA, part of the Cohasset. The school serves approximately 321 students in grades 3rd – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 11.1:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.2/10, placing it in the 88.8th percentile among MA schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 61% proficiency in math, 18 points above the state average and 68% in reading/language arts, 22 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in student growth (8.7/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $187,060, where 73% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
Score Breakdown
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Deer Hill — Students at Deer Hill score 60% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
0%
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: 8.7/10.
How Deer Hill Compares
See how Deer Hill performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 60% (2019) to 61% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 73% (2019) to 58% (2022).
Location
208 Sohier St, Cohasset, MA 02025
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Deer Hill may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Plymouth River (rated 8.9/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Hingham), which scores slightly higher. Another option is East Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Hingham), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, William G Vinal (rated 7.9/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Norwell), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Cohasset, see our Cohasset schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Joseph Osgood Cohasset | 0.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Cohasset High School Cohasset | 0.5 mi | 9.3 |
| Cohasset Middle School Cohasset | 0.5 mi | 9.0 |
| East Elementary School Hingham | 2.5 mi | 8.7 |
| Cushing Elementary Scituate | 3.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Hatherly Elementary Scituate | 3.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Scituate High School Scituate | 3.5 mi | 8.4 |
| Gates Middle School Scituate | 3.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Hingham High Hingham | 3.2 mi | 8.0 |
| William G Vinal Norwell | 4.4 mi | 7.9 |
| ST PAUL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hingham | 3.8 mi | 4.3 |
| South Elementary Hingham | 4.3 mi | 7.6 |
| DERBY ACADEMY Hingham | 4.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Wampatuck Elementary Scituate | 4.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Norwell Middle School Norwell | 5.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Norwell High Norwell | 5.7 mi | 8.5 |
| Wm L Foster Elementary Hingham | 4.5 mi | 7.3 |
| INLY SCHOOL Scituate | 5.4 mi | 6.9 |
| NOTRE DAME ACADEMY Hingham | 5.2 mi | 4.4 |
| Plymouth River Hingham | 4.8 mi | 8.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02025 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$187,060
Median Home Value
$1,092,500
Median Rent
$1,959/mo
Population
8,358
College Educated
72.5%
Homeownership
83.2%
Avg Commute
42.6 min
Poverty Rate
2.9%
Median Age
45.6
Community Profile
The community surrounding Deer Hill has a median household income of $187,060. It is a well-educated community where 73% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,092,500, with a median rent of $1,959/month. The local poverty rate of 2.9% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 43 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Charles Taylor Elementary Foxborough, MA | 8.2 |
| Cyrus E Dallin Arlington, MA | 8.2 |
| Dr John C Page School West Newbury, MA | 8.2 |
| General John Nixon Elementary Sudbury, MA | 8.2 |
| George R Martin Seekonk, MA | 8.2 |
| Kennedy John F Elementary School Jamaica Plain, MA | 8.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Deer Hill
What grades does Deer Hill serve?
Deer Hill serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.
How many students attend Deer Hill?
Deer Hill has an enrollment of approximately 321 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Deer Hill?
The student-teacher ratio at Deer Hill 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 Deer Hill rank in MA?
Deer Hill is ranked #201 out of 1,791 schools in MA.
What is Deer Hill's MySchoolScout rating?
Deer Hill has a composite rating of 8.2 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 Deer Hill?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Deer Hill has 61.3% math proficiency and 67.5% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Deer Hill a charter school?
No, Deer Hill is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Deer Hill a Title I school?
No, Deer Hill is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 3rd – 5th
- Enrollment
- 321
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Norfolk County
- Phone
- (781) 383-6115
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Cohasset- District Enrollment
- 1,406
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,216
- District Rank
- #3 of 4
Other Schools in This District
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