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#332 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 19% in state

Ezra H Baker Innovation School

Elementary School · Dennis-Yarmouth

810 Route 28, West Dennis, MA 02670

Enrollment

357

Student-Teacher

10.2:1

Score

8.0

Grades

Pre-K – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#332 of 1,793

In district

#2 of 6

Dennis-Yarmouth

Academic growth

8.3 / 10

Excellent

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Ezra H Baker Innovation School

8.0/10

Elementary School in West Dennis · grades Pre-K – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.3/10

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About Ezra H Baker Innovation School

Ezra H Baker Innovation School is a public elementary school in West Dennis, MA, part of Dennis-Yarmouth. Ezra H Baker Innovation School serves approximately 357 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Ezra H Baker Innovation School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #332 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Ezra H Baker Innovation School show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.4 pts above district
  • This school 8.0 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.6
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.3Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-0.63 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics7.2Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency46% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency44% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+3.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+1.4 pts
Overall Proficiency45% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+2.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile59th
Resources & Environment8.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$25,616
Chronic Absenteeism22.7%

Ezra H Baker Innovation School — Students at Ezra H Baker Innovation School score 45% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 50.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.8% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 43.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
46.1% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 42 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
47%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
22%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
56.5%
ELA
39%
2019
Math
59%
ELA
46.5%
2020*
Math
34.5%
ELA
34.5%
2021*
Math
33.8%
ELA
36.8%
2022
Math
37.5%
ELA
41.5%
2023
Math
46%
ELA
51%
2024
Math
46%
ELA
32%
2025
Math
46%
ELA
44%

* 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: 8.3/10.

How Ezra H Baker Innovation School Compares

See how Ezra H Baker Innovation School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.0/10
82th percentile in MA
Academic
7.2/10
Very Good
Growth
8.3/10
Excellent
Environment
8.2/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.7%

Location

810 Route 28, West Dennis, MA 02670

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ezra H Baker Innovation School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Station Avenue Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby South Yarmouth), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Barnstable Community Innovation School (rated 8.2/10, 7.3 miles away, in nearby Hyannis), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Stony Brook Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 7.5 miles away, in nearby Brewster), with a very similar rating. For more schools in West Dennis, see our West Dennis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.5 mi
School Distance Rating
ST PIUS X SCHOOL South Yarmouth 1.7 mi 5.3
Dennis-Yarmouth Regional High South Yarmouth 2.2 mi 5.7
Station Avenue Elementary South Yarmouth 2.4 mi 8.6
Dennis-Yarmouth Middle School South Yarmouth 2.5 mi 6.0
Dennis-Yarmouth Intermediate School South Yarmouth 2.5 mi 6.5
Harwich Elementary School Harwich 3.8 mi 7.4
Monomoy Regional High School Harwich 4.7 mi 7.0
Cape Cod Region Vocational Technical Harwich 5.0 mi 8.3
Marguerite E Small Elementary West Yarmouth 4.8 mi 7.4
LATHAM SCHOOL Brewster 6.8 mi 6.1
THE LAUREL SCHOOL Brewster 7.0 mi 5.3
Stony Brook Elementary Brewster 7.5 mi 8.0
Eddy Elementary Brewster 7.7 mi 7.3
TRINITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Barnstable 6.7 mi 6.6
Sturgis Charter Public School Hyannis 6.9 mi 7.9
ST JOHN PAUL II SCHOOL Hyannis 7.0 mi 5.7
ST FRANCIS XAVIER PREP SCHOOL Hyannis 7.0 mi 6.0
Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter School East Harwich 7.3 mi 5.1
Barnstable Community Innovation School Hyannis 7.3 mi 8.2
Hyannis West Elementary Hyannis 8.5 mi 2.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02670 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$89,875

Median Home Value

$647,400

Median Rent

$1,493/mo

Population

1,071

College Educated

60.9%

Homeownership

85.2%

Poverty Rate

5.4%

Median Age

66.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ezra H Baker Innovation School

What grades does Ezra H Baker Innovation School serve?

Ezra H Baker Innovation School serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.

How many students attend Ezra H Baker Innovation School?

Ezra H Baker Innovation School has an enrollment of approximately 357 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ezra H Baker Innovation School?

The student-teacher ratio at Ezra H Baker Innovation School is 10.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ezra H Baker Innovation School rank in MA?

Ezra H Baker Innovation School ranks #332 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Ezra H Baker Innovation School's MySchoolScout rating?

Ezra H Baker Innovation School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Ezra H Baker Innovation School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ezra H Baker Innovation School has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Ezra H Baker Innovation School a charter school?

No, Ezra H Baker Innovation School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Ezra H Baker Innovation School a Title I school?

No, Ezra H Baker Innovation School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
59 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
46 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
357
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Barnstable County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.7%

District

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

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