Very Good
#487 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 27% in state
Harwich Elementary School
Elementary School · Monomoy Regional School District
263 South Street, Harwich, MA 02645
Enrollment
464
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
464
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#487 of 1,793
In Harwich
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#3 of 4
Monomoy Regional School District
School environment
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Harwich Elementary School
Harwich Elementary School is a public elementary school in Harwich, MA, part of Monomoy Regional School District. Harwich Elementary School serves approximately 464 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Harwich Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #487 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Harwich Elementary School show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 8.2
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 9.9:1 students to teachers, Harwich Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Harwich Elementary School — Students at Harwich Elementary School score 46% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 48 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 7.4/10.
How Harwich Elementary School Compares
See how Harwich Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
263 South Street, Harwich, MA 02645
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Harwich Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Chatham Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 6.3 miles away, in nearby Chatham), which scores notably higher. Another option is Station Avenue Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 5.9 miles away, in nearby South Yarmouth), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Orleans Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 8.1 miles away, in nearby Orleans), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Harwich, see our Harwich schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Monomoy Regional High School Harwich | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Cape Cod Region Vocational Technical Harwich | 1.9 mi | 8.3 |
| THE LAUREL SCHOOL Brewster | 3.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter School East Harwich | 3.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Ezra H Baker Innovation School West Dennis | 3.8 mi | 8.0 |
| LATHAM SCHOOL Brewster | 5.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Stony Brook Elementary Brewster | 5.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Eddy Elementary Brewster | 5.4 mi | 7.3 |
| ST PIUS X SCHOOL South Yarmouth | 5.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Dennis-Yarmouth Regional High South Yarmouth | 5.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Monomoy Regional Middle School Chatham | 5.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Station Avenue Elementary South Yarmouth | 5.9 mi | 8.6 |
| Dennis-Yarmouth Middle School South Yarmouth | 5.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Dennis-Yarmouth Intermediate School South Yarmouth | 5.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Chatham Elementary School Chatham | 6.3 mi | 8.9 |
| Orleans Elementary Orleans | 8.1 mi | 8.6 |
| Nauset Regional Middle Orleans | 8.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Marguerite E Small Elementary West Yarmouth | 8.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Eastham Elementary Eastham | 12.3 mi | 7.8 |
| TRINITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Barnstable | 10.2 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02645 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$89,898
Median Home Value
$581,200
Median Rent
$1,809/mo
Population
11,060
College Educated
42.8%
Homeownership
83.2%
Avg Commute
24.9 min
Poverty Rate
3.6%
Median Age
56.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Assawompset Elementary School Lakeville, MA | 7.4 |
| Bartlett Community Partnership Lowell, MA | 7.4 |
| East Street Elementary School Ludlow, MA | 7.4 |
| Franklin West Newton, MA | 7.4 |
| Hajjar Elementary Billerica, MA | 7.4 |
| Harry Lee Cole Boxford, MA | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Harwich Elementary School
What grades does Harwich Elementary School serve?
Harwich Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Harwich Elementary School?
Harwich Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 464 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Harwich Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Harwich Elementary School is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Harwich Elementary School rank in MA?
Harwich Elementary School ranks #487 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Harwich Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Harwich Elementary School 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 Harwich Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Harwich Elementary School has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).
Is Harwich Elementary School a charter school?
No, Harwich Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Harwich Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Harwich Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 464
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 47
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Barnstable County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.2%
- Phone
- (508) 430-7216
Resources & Links
District
Monomoy Regional School District- District Enrollment
- 1,746
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,701
- District Rank
- #3 of 4
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