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#813 of 1,793 schools in MA

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Dennis-yarmouth Intermediate School

Elementary School · Dennis-Yarmouth

286 Station Avenue, South Yarmouth, MA 02664

Enrollment

510

Student-Teacher

14.6:1

Score

6.5

Grades

4th – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#813 of 1,793

In South Yarmouth

#2 of 4

public schools

In district

#4 of 6

Dennis-Yarmouth

Academic growth

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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Dennis-yarmouth Intermediate School

6.5/10

Elementary School in South Yarmouth · grades 4th – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Dennis-yarmouth Middle School

6.0/10

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Station Avenue Elementary

8.6/10

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About Dennis-yarmouth Intermediate School

Dennis-yarmouth Intermediate School is a public elementary school in South Yarmouth, MA, part of Dennis-Yarmouth. Dennis-yarmouth Intermediate School serves approximately 510 students, and covers grades 4th-5th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Dennis-yarmouth Intermediate School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #813 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Dennis-yarmouth Intermediate School show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).

How it compares1.1 pts below district
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • District avg 7.6
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.7Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-0.94 pts/yr
Data Period2013–2025
TrendStable
Academics4.7Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency35.3% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency27% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-8.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-14.2 pts
Overall Proficiency31% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-10.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile28th
Resources & Environment6.3Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$25,616
Chronic Absenteeism16.5%

Dennis-yarmouth Intermediate School — Students at Dennis-yarmouth Intermediate School score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 34.8% (multi-year average, 2013-2025)
School
State
43.0% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 35.1% (multi-year average, 2013-2025)
School
State
45.6% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 74 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2013
Math
50%
ELA
54%
2014
Math
58%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
55%
ELA
60%
2016
Math
34%
ELA
41%
2017
Math
33%
ELA
34%
2018
Math
34.5%
ELA
35%
2019
Math
36.5%
ELA
38%
2020*
Math
30%
ELA
41%
2021*
Math
30.3%
ELA
41%
2022
Math
30.5%
ELA
26%
2023
Math
27.7%
ELA
24%
2024
Math
34.3%
ELA
28%
2025
Math
35.3%
ELA
27%

* 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: 7.7/10.

How Dennis-yarmouth Intermediate School Compares

See how Dennis-yarmouth Intermediate School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.5/10
55th percentile in MA
Academic
4.7/10
Below Average
Growth
7.7/10
Very Good
Environment
6.3/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.5%

Location

286 Station Avenue, South Yarmouth, MA 02664

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Dennis-yarmouth Intermediate School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Station Avenue Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Barnstable Community Innovation School (rated 8.2/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Hyannis), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ezra H Baker Innovation School (rated 8.0/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby West Dennis), which scores notably higher. For more schools in South Yarmouth, see our South Yarmouth schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Dennis-Yarmouth Middle School South Yarmouth 0.0 mi 6.0
Station Avenue Elementary South Yarmouth 0.1 mi 8.6
Dennis-Yarmouth Regional High South Yarmouth 0.3 mi 5.7
ST PIUS X SCHOOL South Yarmouth 0.8 mi 5.3
Ezra H Baker Innovation School West Dennis 2.5 mi 8.0
Marguerite E Small Elementary West Yarmouth 2.6 mi 7.4
TRINITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Barnstable 4.3 mi 6.6
Sturgis Charter Public School Hyannis 5.0 mi 7.9
ST JOHN PAUL II SCHOOL Hyannis 5.1 mi 5.7
ST FRANCIS XAVIER PREP SCHOOL Hyannis 5.1 mi 6.0
Barnstable Community Innovation School Hyannis 5.2 mi 8.2
Harwich Elementary School Harwich 5.9 mi 7.4
Hyannis West Elementary Hyannis 6.5 mi 2.9
Enoch Cobb Early Learning Center Hyannis 6.5 mi 3.7
Barnstable Intermediate School Hyannis 6.5 mi 3.5
Barnstable High Hyannis 6.6 mi 4.4
Cape Cod Region Vocational Technical Harwich 6.7 mi 8.3
LATHAM SCHOOL Brewster 7.5 mi 6.1
West Barnstable Elementary West Barnstable 6.8 mi 5.2
Monomoy Regional High School Harwich 6.8 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02664 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$78,796

Median Home Value

$479,400

Median Rent

$1,692/mo

Population

9,720

College Educated

37.7%

Homeownership

74.4%

Avg Commute

24.7 min

Poverty Rate

9.8%

Median Age

57

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Dennis-yarmouth Intermediate School

What grades does Dennis-yarmouth Intermediate School serve?

Dennis-yarmouth Intermediate School serves students in grades 4th through 5th.

How many students attend Dennis-yarmouth Intermediate School?

Dennis-yarmouth Intermediate School has an enrollment of approximately 510 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Dennis-yarmouth Intermediate School?

The student-teacher ratio at Dennis-yarmouth Intermediate School is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Dennis-yarmouth Intermediate School rank in MA?

Dennis-yarmouth Intermediate School ranks #813 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Dennis-yarmouth Intermediate School's MySchoolScout rating?

Dennis-yarmouth Intermediate School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Dennis-yarmouth Intermediate School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Dennis-yarmouth Intermediate School has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).

Is Dennis-yarmouth Intermediate School a charter school?

No, Dennis-yarmouth Intermediate School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Dennis-yarmouth Intermediate School a Title I school?

No, Dennis-yarmouth Intermediate School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
7 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
4th – 5th
Enrollment
510
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Barnstable County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.5%

District

Dennis-Yarmouth
District Enrollment
2,941
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$25,616
District Rank
#4 of 6

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