Very Good
#475 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 26% in state
Based on limited data
Forestdale School
Elementary School · Sandwich
151 Route 130, Sandwich, MA 02644
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on MA statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
543
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
543
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#475 of 1,793
In district
#2 of 3
Sandwich
School environment
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Forestdale School
Forestdale School is a public elementary school in Sandwich, MA, part of Sandwich. Forestdale School serves approximately 543 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Forestdale School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #475 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 8.3
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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How Forestdale School Compares
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Funding & Resources
Location
151 Route 130, Sandwich, MA 02644
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Forestdale School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Oak Ridge (rated 9.0/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby East Sandwich), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bournedale Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby Bournedale), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, North Falmouth Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 7.3 miles away, in nearby North Falmouth), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Sandwich, see our Sandwich schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Oak Ridge East Sandwich | 2.9 mi | 9.0 |
| THE HUNDRED ACRE SCHL HERITAGE MUSEUMS AND GARDENS Sandwich | 3.7 mi | — |
| Sandwich Middle High School East Sandwich | 3.6 mi | 6.8 |
| WALDORF SCHOOL OF CAPE COD Sandwich | 4.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Quashnet School Mashpee | 5.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Kenneth Coombs School Mashpee | 5.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Mashpee Middle-High School Mashpee | 5.7 mi | 5.7 |
| BRIDGEVIEW MONTESSORI SCHOOL Sagamore | 5.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Upper Cape Cod Vocational Technical Bourne | 5.1 mi | 6.8 |
| RIVERVIEW SCHOOL East Sandwich | 5.2 mi | 4.6 |
| Bourne Middle School Bourne | 5.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Bourne High School Bourne | 5.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Bourne Intermediate School Bourne | 5.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Bournedale Elementary School Bournedale | 5.8 mi | 8.2 |
| FAIR ACRES COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Marstons Mills | 6.0 mi | — |
| West Villages Elementary School Marstons Mills | 6.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Barnstable United Elementary School Marston Mills | 6.6 mi | 4.6 |
| BAYBERRY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Osterville | 6.9 mi | — |
| CAPE COD ACADEMY Osterville | 7.1 mi | 5.2 |
| North Falmouth Elementary North Falmouth | 7.3 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02644 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$105,000
Median Home Value
$459,400
Median Rent
$1,790/mo
Population
3,618
College Educated
39.1%
Homeownership
90.1%
Poverty Rate
4.1%
Median Age
43.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Beaver Brook Elementary Abington, MA | 7.5 |
| Dolbeare Wakefield, MA | 7.5 |
| Everett W Robinson Mansfield, MA | 7.5 |
| Freetown Elementary School East Freetown, MA | 7.5 |
| Indian Head Hanson, MA | 7.5 |
| Jenkins Elementary School Scituate, MA | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Forestdale School
What grades does Forestdale School serve?
Forestdale School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Forestdale School?
Forestdale School has an enrollment of approximately 543 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Forestdale School?
The student-teacher ratio at Forestdale School is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Forestdale School rank in MA?
Forestdale School ranks #475 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Forestdale School's MySchoolScout rating?
Forestdale School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Forestdale School a charter school?
No, Forestdale School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Forestdale School a Title I school?
No, Forestdale School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 543
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 48
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Barnstable County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.1%
- Phone
- (508) 477-6600
Resources & Links
District
Sandwich- District Enrollment
- 2,129
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,666
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
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