Excellent
#151 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 8% in state
East Elementary School
Elementary School · Hingham
2 Collins Street, Hingham, MA 02043
Enrollment
519
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
519
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#151 of 1,793
In Hingham
#2 of 6
public schools
In district
#2 of 6
Hingham
Equity
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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East Elementary School
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About East Elementary School
East Elementary School is a public elementary school in Hingham, MA, part of Hingham. East Elementary School serves approximately 519 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. East Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #151 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for East Elementary School show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.7 · Excellent
- District avg 8.7
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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East Elementary School — Students at East Elementary School score 76% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).
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: 8.1/10.
How East Elementary School Compares
See how East Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2 Collins Street, Hingham, MA 02043
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering East Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Plymouth River (rated 9.5/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Deer Hill (rated 8.8/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Cohasset), with a very similar rating. Additionally, South Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 2.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Hingham, see our Hingham schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hingham High Hingham | 1.0 mi | 8.3 |
| ST PAUL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hingham | 1.3 mi | 4.3 |
| DERBY ACADEMY Hingham | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Wm L Foster Elementary Hingham | 2.0 mi | 8.2 |
| South Elementary Hingham | 2.8 mi | 8.5 |
| Plymouth River Hingham | 2.7 mi | 9.5 |
| SOUTH SHORE CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC PRESCHOOL Hingham | 2.4 mi | — |
| Deer Hill Cohasset | 2.5 mi | 8.8 |
| Joseph Osgood Cohasset | 2.7 mi | 7.6 |
| SU ESCUELA LANGUAGE ACADEMY/SELA THE INTERNATIONAL Hingham | 2.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Cohasset High School Cohasset | 3.0 mi | 9.5 |
| Cohasset Middle School Cohasset | 3.0 mi | 9.7 |
| NOTRE DAME ACADEMY Hingham | 3.9 mi | 4.4 |
| Memorial Middle Hull | 4.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Hingham Middle School Hingham | 4.2 mi | 8.6 |
| Lawrence W Pingree Weymouth | 3.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Maria Weston Chapman Middle School Weymouth | 3.6 mi | 6.6 |
| OLD COLONY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Hingham | 4.5 mi | 5.3 |
| FUSION HINGHAM Hingham | 4.5 mi | — |
| Grace Farrar Cole Norwell | 5.0 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02043 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$181,017
Median Home Value
$1,075,100
Median Rent
$2,452/mo
Population
24,185
College Educated
75.3%
Homeownership
80.3%
Avg Commute
37.9 min
Poverty Rate
3.3%
Median Age
47.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Boylston Elementary School Boylston, MA | 8.7 |
| Brooks School Medford, MA | 8.7 |
| C C Burr Auburndale, MA | 8.7 |
| Lincoln School Lincoln, MA | 8.7 |
| Paul F Doyon Memorial Ipswich, MA | 8.7 |
| William G Vinal Norwell, MA | 8.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about East Elementary School
What grades does East Elementary School serve?
East Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend East Elementary School?
East Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 519 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at East Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at East Elementary School is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does East Elementary School rank in MA?
East Elementary School ranks #151 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is East Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
East Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, East Elementary School has 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is East Elementary School a charter school?
No, East Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is East Elementary School a Title I school?
No, East Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 519
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Plymouth County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.7%
- Phone
- (781) 741-1570
Resources & Links
District
Hingham- District Enrollment
- 3,707
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,474
- District Rank
- #2 of 6
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