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Hedge
Elementary School · Plymouth
258 Standish Avenue, Plymouth, MA 02360
Enrollment
218
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
218
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,038 of 1,793
In Plymouth
#11 of 15
public schools
In district
#10 of 13
Plymouth
School environment
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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Hedge
Elementary School in Plymouth · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Hedge
Hedge is a public elementary school in Plymouth, MA, part of Plymouth. Hedge serves approximately 218 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Hedge has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,038 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Hedge show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 7.5
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 9.9:1 students to teachers, Hedge 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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Hedge — Students at Hedge score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 82 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: 6.0/10.
How Hedge Compares
See how Hedge performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
258 Standish Avenue, Plymouth, MA 02360
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hedge may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. West Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Nathaniel Morton Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Federal Furnace School (rated 8.3/10, 5.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Plymouth, see our Plymouth schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Cold Spring Plymouth | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Rising Tide Charter Public School Plymouth | 1.3 mi | 8.4 |
| Kingston Elementary Kingston | 1.8 mi | 3.9 |
| Nathaniel Morton Elementary Plymouth | 2.0 mi | 8.3 |
| Map Academy Charter School Plymouth | 2.1 mi | 4.3 |
| Kingston Intermediate Kingston | 1.9 mi | 5.5 |
| West Elementary Plymouth | 2.7 mi | 9.0 |
| BAY FARM MONTESSORI ACADEMY Duxbury | 2.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Plymouth North High Plymouth | 2.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Plymouth Early Childhood Center Plymouth | 3.8 mi | 3.4 |
| Plymouth Commun Intermediate Plymouth | 3.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Alden School Duxbury | 5.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Duxbury Middle Duxbury | 5.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Duxbury High Duxbury | 5.0 mi | 9.1 |
| WOODSIDE SCHOOL & COMMUNITY RESOURCE CENTER Plymouth | 5.2 mi | — |
| Chandler Elementary Duxbury | 4.9 mi | 6.6 |
| ELEMENTS MONTESSORI Duxbury | 5.0 mi | — |
| Federal Furnace School Plymouth | 5.8 mi | 8.3 |
| Gov Edward Winslow Marshfield | 6.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Silver Lake Regional Middle School Kingston | 5.6 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02360 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$111,975
Median Home Value
$494,700
Median Rent
$1,831/mo
Population
62,405
College Educated
45.2%
Homeownership
79.8%
Avg Commute
30.4 min
Poverty Rate
6.1%
Median Age
47.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Abner Gibbs Westfield, MA | 5.9 |
| Alice B Beal Elementary Springfield, MA | 5.9 |
| Dennett Elementary Plympton, MA | 5.9 |
| EllisonParks Early Education School Mattapan, MA | 5.9 |
| Essex Elementary Essex, MA | 5.9 |
| Rita E. Miller Elementary School Westford, MA | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hedge
What grades does Hedge serve?
Hedge serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Hedge?
Hedge has an enrollment of approximately 218 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hedge?
The student-teacher ratio at Hedge 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 Hedge rank in MA?
Hedge ranks #1,038 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Hedge's MySchoolScout rating?
Hedge has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Hedge?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hedge has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Hedge a charter school?
No, Hedge is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hedge a Title I school?
No, Hedge is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 218
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Plymouth County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.1%
- Phone
- (508) 830-4340
Resources & Links
District
Plymouth- District Enrollment
- 7,055
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,402
- District Rank
- #10 of 13
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