Very Good
#531 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 30% in state
Golden Hill
Elementary School · Haverhill
140 Boardman Street, Haverhill, MA 01830
Enrollment
476
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
476
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#531 of 1,793
In Haverhill
#2 of 16
public schools
In district
#1 of 16
Haverhill
Academic growth
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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Golden Hill
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About Golden Hill
Golden Hill is a public elementary school in Haverhill, MA, part of Haverhill. Golden Hill serves approximately 476 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Golden Hill has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #531 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Golden Hill show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 5.7
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Golden Hill were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Golden Hill — Students at Golden Hill score 35% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 56 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: 9.2/10.
How Golden Hill Compares
See how Golden Hill performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
140 Boardman Street, Haverhill, MA 01830
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Golden Hill may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Elmer S Bagnall (rated 8.1/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Groveland), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Caleb Dustin Hunking School (rated 7.0/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Moody (rated 6.6/10, 2.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Haverhill, see our Haverhill schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Dr Paul Nettle Haverhill | 0.1 mi | 4.6 |
| SACRED HEARTS SCHOOL Bradford | 1.0 mi | 4.2 |
| Greenleaf Academy Bradford | 1.1 mi | 4.1 |
| Bradford Elementary Bradford | 1.4 mi | 4.0 |
| Pentucket Lake Elementary Haverhill | 1.6 mi | 3.1 |
| John G Whittier Haverhill | 1.8 mi | 5.0 |
| Walnut Square Haverhill | 1.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Gateway Academy Haverhill | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Caleb Dustin Hunking School Haverhill | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Tilton Haverhill | 1.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Moody Haverhill | 2.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Moody Preschool Extension Haverhill | 2.1 mi | 3.1 |
| Silver Hill Elementary School Haverhill | 2.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Bartlett School and Assessment Center Haverhill | 2.2 mi | 4.6 |
| Consentino Middle School Haverhill | 2.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Pentucket Regional Middle West Newbury | 2.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Pentucket Regional Sr High West Newbury | 2.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Elmer S Bagnall Groveland | 2.8 mi | 8.1 |
| Whittier Regional Vocational Haverhill | 3.0 mi | 8.2 |
| Haverhill High Haverhill | 2.6 mi | 4.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01830 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,784
Median Home Value
$436,400
Median Rent
$1,602/mo
Population
26,685
College Educated
30.4%
Homeownership
56.9%
Avg Commute
27.6 min
Poverty Rate
14.8%
Median Age
39.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Annie L Sargent School North Andover, MA | 7.3 |
| Bowen Newton Centre, MA | 7.3 |
| Early Childhood Center Dedham, MA | 7.3 |
| East Fairhaven Fairhaven, MA | 7.3 |
| Fisher Walpole, MA | 7.3 |
| Grace Farrar Cole Norwell, MA | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Golden Hill
What grades does Golden Hill serve?
Golden Hill serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Golden Hill?
Golden Hill has an enrollment of approximately 476 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Golden Hill?
The student-teacher ratio at Golden Hill is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Golden Hill rank in MA?
Golden Hill ranks #531 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Golden Hill's MySchoolScout rating?
Golden Hill has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Golden Hill?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Golden Hill has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Golden Hill a charter school?
No, Golden Hill is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Golden Hill a Title I school?
No, Golden Hill is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 476
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.8%
- Phone
- (978) 374-5794
Resources & Links
District
Haverhill- District Enrollment
- 7,882
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,615
- District Rank
- #1 of 16
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