Excellent
#29 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 2% in state
Happy Hollow School
Elementary School · Wayland
63 Pequot Rd, Wayland, MA 01778
Enrollment
345
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
9.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
345
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
9.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#29 of 1,793
In Wayland
#1 of 5
public schools
In district
#1 of 5
Wayland
Equity
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Happy Hollow School
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About Happy Hollow School
Happy Hollow School is a public elementary school in Wayland, MA, part of Wayland. Happy Hollow School serves approximately 345 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Happy Hollow School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.5 out of 10 and ranks #29 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Happy Hollow School show 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 9.5 · Excellent
- District avg 8.7
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Happy Hollow School — Students at Happy Hollow School score 75% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 76 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: 9.6/10.
How Happy Hollow School Compares
See how Happy Hollow School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
63 Pequot Rd, Wayland, MA 01778
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Happy Hollow School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Brown (rated 9.0/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Natick), with a comparable rating. Another option is Loker School (rated 8.9/10, 1.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Bennett-Hemenway (rated 8.8/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Natick), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Wayland, see our Wayland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Wayland High School Wayland | 0.4 mi | 9.4 |
| Wayland Middle School Wayland | 1.0 mi | 9.3 |
| VERITAS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Wayland | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Loker School Wayland | 1.3 mi | 8.9 |
| The Children's Way Preschool Wayland | 1.7 mi | — |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF NATICK Natick | 2.0 mi | — |
| Cameron Middle School Framingham | 1.6 mi | 4.0 |
| Bennett-Hemenway Natick | 2.2 mi | 8.8 |
| Mary E Stapleton Elementary Framingham | 1.8 mi | 4.0 |
| Wilson Middle Natick | 2.5 mi | 8.9 |
| Framingham High School Framingham | 2.2 mi | 4.6 |
| Christa McAuliffe Charter School Framingham | 2.4 mi | 4.8 |
| BRANDON SCHOOL & RESIDENTAL TREATMENT Natick | 2.2 mi | 8.2 |
| Israel Loring School Sudbury | 2.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Claypit Hill School Wayland | 2.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Potter Road Framingham | 2.3 mi | 2.7 |
| RCS LEARNING CENTER Natick | 3.1 mi | 6.6 |
| THE RIVERS SCHOOL Weston | 2.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Brown Natick | 3.2 mi | 9.0 |
| THE BRIGHTON SCHOOL Framingham | 2.5 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01778 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$219,531
Median Home Value
$935,700
Median Rent
$1,403/mo
Population
13,915
College Educated
77.7%
Homeownership
90.5%
Avg Commute
30.8 min
Poverty Rate
4.2%
Median Age
44.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bowman Lexington, MA | 9.5 |
| Cambridgeport Cambridge, MA | 9.5 |
| Crocker Farm Elementary Amherst, MA | 9.5 |
| Henry C Sanborn Elementary Andover, MA | 9.5 |
| John M Tobin Cambridge, MA | 9.5 |
| Memorial Spaulding Newton Centre, MA | 9.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Happy Hollow School
What grades does Happy Hollow School serve?
Happy Hollow School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Happy Hollow School?
Happy Hollow School has an enrollment of approximately 345 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Happy Hollow School?
The student-teacher ratio at Happy Hollow School is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Happy Hollow School rank in MA?
Happy Hollow School ranks #29 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Happy Hollow School's MySchoolScout rating?
Happy Hollow School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.5 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 Happy Hollow School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Happy Hollow School has 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Happy Hollow School a charter school?
No, Happy Hollow School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Happy Hollow School a Title I school?
No, Happy Hollow School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 345
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.5%
- Phone
- (508) 358-8641
Resources & Links
District
Wayland- District Enrollment
- 2,745
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,972
- District Rank
- #1 of 5
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