Excellent
#127 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 7% in state
Deer Hill
Elementary School · Cohasset
208 Sohier St, Cohasset, MA 02025
Enrollment
321
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
8.8
Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
321
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
8.8
Grades
3rd – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#127 of 1,793
In Cohasset
#3 of 4
public schools
In district
#3 of 4
Cohasset
School environment
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Deer Hill
Elementary School in Cohasset · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Deer Hill
Deer Hill is a public elementary school in Cohasset, MA, part of Cohasset. Deer Hill serves approximately 321 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Deer Hill has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #127 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Deer Hill show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.8 · Excellent
- District avg 8.2
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Deer Hill — Students at Deer Hill score 67% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 82 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: 8.5/10.
How Deer Hill Compares
See how Deer Hill performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
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 9.5/10, 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), with a very similar rating. Additionally, William G Vinal (rated 8.7/10, 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 | 7.6 |
| Cohasset High School Cohasset | 0.5 mi | 9.5 |
| Cohasset Middle School Cohasset | 0.5 mi | 9.7 |
| East Elementary School Hingham | 2.5 mi | 8.7 |
| Cushing Elementary Scituate | 3.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Hatherly Elementary Scituate | 3.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Scituate High School Scituate | 3.5 mi | 8.4 |
| Gates Middle School Scituate | 3.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Hingham High Hingham | 3.2 mi | 8.3 |
| William G Vinal Norwell | 4.4 mi | 8.7 |
| ST PAUL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hingham | 3.8 mi | 4.3 |
| South Elementary Hingham | 4.3 mi | 8.5 |
| DERBY ACADEMY Hingham | 4.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Wampatuck Elementary Scituate | 4.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Norwell Middle School Norwell | 5.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Norwell High Norwell | 5.7 mi | 8.8 |
| Wm L Foster Elementary Hingham | 4.5 mi | 8.2 |
| INLY SCHOOL Scituate | 5.4 mi | 6.9 |
| NOTRE DAME ACADEMY Hingham | 5.2 mi | 4.4 |
| Plymouth River Hingham | 4.8 mi | 9.5 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Anna Ware Jackson Plainville, MA | 8.8 |
| Charles Taylor Elementary Foxborough, MA | 8.8 |
| Harrington Lexington, MA | 8.8 |
| Jefferson Elementary Franklin, MA | 8.8 |
| Lincoln-Eliot Newton, MA | 8.8 |
| South Stoneham, MA | 8.8 |
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 ranks #127 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Deer Hill's MySchoolScout rating?
Deer Hill has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 Deer Hill?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Deer Hill has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
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
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 3.7%
- Phone
- (781) 383-6115
Resources & Links
District
Cohasset- District Enrollment
- 1,406
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,216
- District Rank
- #3 of 4
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