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#488 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 27% in state

Hajjar Elementary

Elementary School · Billerica

59 Rogers Street, Billerica, MA 01862

Enrollment

382

Student-Teacher

13.6:1

Score

7.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#488 of 1,793

In Billerica

#5 of 8

public schools

In district

#4 of 8

Billerica

Academic growth

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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Hajjar Elementary

7.4/10

Elementary School in Billerica · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.3/10

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About Hajjar Elementary

Hajjar Elementary is a public elementary school in Billerica, MA, part of Billerica. Hajjar Elementary serves approximately 382 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Hajjar Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #488 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Hajjar Elementary show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 7.4 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.7
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.0Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-0.15 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics6.2Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47.5% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency43% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+5.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+0.4 pts
Overall Proficiency45% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)53% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-8.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile46th
Resources & Environment5.0Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,121
Chronic Absenteeism19.4%

Hajjar Elementary — Students at Hajjar Elementary score 45% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 48.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.3% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 49.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
46.6% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 62 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
56%
ELA
56%
2010
Math
49%
ELA
58%
2011
Math
49%
ELA
60%
2012
Math
56%
ELA
58%
2013
Math
59%
ELA
55%
2014
Math
59%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
59%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
49%
ELA
43%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
49%
2018
Math
41.5%
ELA
50.3%
2019
Math
40.5%
ELA
52.8%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
46.7%
ELA
54.3%
2022
Math
46.7%
ELA
42%
2023
Math
49.5%
ELA
38%
2024
Math
56%
ELA
35.5%
2025
Math
47.5%
ELA
43%

* 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: 9.0/10.

How Hajjar Elementary Compares

See how Hajjar Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.4/10
73th percentile in MA
Academic
6.2/10
Average
Growth
9.0/10
Excellent
Environment
5.0/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.4%

Location

59 Rogers Street, Billerica, MA 01862

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hajjar Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Peter W Reilly (rated 8.2/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Lowell), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Parker (rated 7.6/10, 2.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, South Row (rated 7.5/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Chelmsford), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Billerica, see our Billerica schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.6 mi
School Distance Rating
NE PEDIATRIC SCHOOL North Billerica 0.9 mi 5.3
Marshall Middle School Billerica 1.1 mi 7.8
Billerica Memorial High School Billerica 1.8 mi 4.7
Frederick J Dutile North Billerica 1.7 mi 5.7
Parker Billerica 2.0 mi 7.6
Dr. Janice Adie Day School Chelmsford 2.0 mi 4.4
Tewksbury Memorial High Tewksbury 2.2 mi 8.7
Pyne Arts Lowell 2.9 mi 5.8
John J Shaughnessy Lowell 3.0 mi 3.6
B.F. Butler Middle School Lowell 3.0 mi 6.8
John F. Ryan Tewksbury 2.7 mi 4.8
Locke Middle Billerica 2.9 mi 7.8
Leblanc Therapeutic Day School Lowell 3.3 mi 6.8
John F Kennedy Billerica 2.8 mi 7.3
Cardinal O'Connell Early Learning Center Lowell 3.3 mi 5.5
Moody Elementary Lowell 3.6 mi 5.7
James Sullivan Middle School Lowell 3.8 mi 6.2
Peter W Reilly Lowell 3.8 mi 8.2
South Row Chelmsford 2.9 mi 7.5
Laura Lee Therapeutic Day School Lowell 3.6 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01862 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$131,214

Median Home Value

$503,600

Median Rent

$1,881/mo

Population

11,703

College Educated

38.5%

Homeownership

70.6%

Avg Commute

26.9 min

Poverty Rate

5.8%

Median Age

39.6

Similar Schools

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School Rating
Assawompset Elementary School Lakeville, MA 7.4
Bartlett Community Partnership Lowell, MA 7.4
East Street Elementary School Ludlow, MA 7.4
Fannie E Proctor Northborough, MA 7.4
Franklin West Newton, MA 7.4
Harry Lee Cole Boxford, MA 7.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hajjar Elementary

What grades does Hajjar Elementary serve?

Hajjar Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.

How many students attend Hajjar Elementary?

Hajjar Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 382 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hajjar Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Hajjar Elementary is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Hajjar Elementary rank in MA?

Hajjar Elementary ranks #488 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Hajjar Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Hajjar Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Hajjar Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Hajjar Elementary has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Hajjar Elementary a charter school?

No, Hajjar Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Hajjar Elementary a Title I school?

No, Hajjar Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
18 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
382
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.4%

District

Billerica
District Enrollment
4,901
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,121
District Rank
#4 of 8

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