Average
#700 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 39% in state
East Elementary
Elementary School · Sharon
45 Wilshire Drive, Sharon, MA 02067
Enrollment
485
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
485
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#700 of 1,793
In Sharon
#5 of 6
public schools
In district
#5 of 6
Sharon
Equity
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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East Elementary
Elementary School in Sharon · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About East Elementary
East Elementary is a public elementary school in Sharon, MA, part of Sharon. East Elementary serves approximately 485 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.7:1 student-teacher ratio. East Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #700 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for East Elementary show 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- District avg 7.4
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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East Elementary — Students at East Elementary score 70% 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
→ 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: 6.7/10.
How East Elementary Compares
See how East Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
45 Wilshire Drive, Sharon, MA 02067
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering East Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Joseph R Dawe Jr Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Stoughton), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cottage Street (rated 8.0/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, John F Kennedy (rated 7.8/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Canton), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Sharon, see our Sharon schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sharon Early Childhood Center Sharon | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Sharon Middle Sharon | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| Helen Hansen Elementary Stoughton | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Cottage Street Sharon | 1.3 mi | 8.0 |
| STRIAR HEBREW ACADEMY OF SHARON Sharon | 1.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Sharon High Sharon | 1.5 mi | 8.6 |
| O'Donnell Middle School Stoughton | 2.1 mi | 4.6 |
| Richard L. Wilkins Elementary School Stoughton | 2.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Joseph H Gibbons Stoughton | 2.1 mi | 4.1 |
| ST JOHN THE EVANGELIST SCHOOL Canton | 2.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Stoughton High Stoughton | 2.2 mi | 7.1 |
| AHAVATH TORAH CONGREGATION Stoughton | 2.5 mi | — |
| Canton High Canton | 3.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Dean S Luce Canton | 3.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Rodman Early Childhood Center Canton | 3.4 mi | 4.3 |
| AL-NOOR ACADEMY Sharon | 2.7 mi | 4.1 |
| Edwin A Jones Early Childhood Center Stoughton | 2.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Heights Elementary Sharon | 3.0 mi | 7.4 |
| John F Kennedy Canton | 4.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Joseph R Dawe Jr Elementary Stoughton | 3.4 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02067 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$183,724
Median Home Value
$697,900
Median Rent
$2,269/mo
Population
18,478
College Educated
76%
Homeownership
86.7%
Avg Commute
37.1 min
Poverty Rate
3.9%
Median Age
42.5
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| F A Cleveland Norwood, MA | 6.8 |
| Florence Roche School Groton, MA | 6.8 |
| Hadley Swampscott, MA | 6.8 |
| Harris Brook Elementary School Ludlow, MA | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about East Elementary
What grades does East Elementary serve?
East Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend East Elementary?
East Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 485 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at East Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at East Elementary is 16.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does East Elementary rank in MA?
East Elementary ranks #700 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is East Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
East Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 East Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, East Elementary has 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is East Elementary a charter school?
No, East Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is East Elementary a Title I school?
No, East 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
- 485
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Norfolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.3%
- Phone
- (781) 784-1551
Resources & Links
District
Sharon- District Enrollment
- 3,436
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,602
- District Rank
- #5 of 6
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