Excellent
#220 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 12% in state
Hollis
Elementary School · Braintree
482 Washington Street, Braintree, MA 02184
Enrollment
322
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
322
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#220 of 1,793
In Braintree
#4 of 10
public schools
In district
#4 of 10
Braintree
Equity
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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Hollis
Elementary School in Braintree · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Hollis
Hollis is a public elementary school in Braintree, MA, part of Braintree. Hollis serves approximately 322 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Hollis has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #220 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Hollis show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- District avg 7.2
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Hollis — Students at Hollis score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 62 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: 8.2/10.
How Hollis Compares
See how Hollis performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
482 Washington Street, Braintree, MA 02184
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hollis may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Liberty (rated 8.5/10, 2.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Mary E Flaherty School (rated 8.4/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, MEETING HOUSE MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Braintree, see our Braintree schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| STEP AHEAD KINDERGARTEN Braintree | 0.4 mi | — |
| Monatiquot Kindergarten Center Braintree | 0.4 mi | 6.5 |
| THAYER ACADEMY Braintree | 0.5 mi | 6.8 |
| ARCHBISHOP WILLIAMS HIGH SCHOOL Braintree | 0.9 mi | 4.4 |
| ST COLETTA DAY SCHOOL Braintree | 1.0 mi | — |
| MEETING HOUSE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Braintree | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| East Middle School Braintree | 0.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Mary E Flaherty School Braintree | 0.8 mi | 8.4 |
| Braintree High Braintree | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Donald Ross Braintree | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Amelio Della Chiesa Early Childhood Center Quincy | 1.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Archie T Morrison Braintree | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| LUMEN VERUM ACADEMY Braintree | 1.8 mi | — |
| South West Middle School Quincy | 1.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Lincoln-Hancock Community School Quincy | 1.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Liberty Braintree | 2.0 mi | 8.5 |
| South Middle School Braintree | 2.2 mi | 8.5 |
| Point Webster Middle Quincy | 2.3 mi | 4.1 |
| Clifford H Marshall Elementary Quincy | 2.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Quincy High Quincy | 2.6 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02184 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$125,305
Median Home Value
$623,200
Median Rent
$1,925/mo
Population
38,762
College Educated
47.1%
Homeownership
77.1%
Avg Commute
32.7 min
Poverty Rate
5.2%
Median Age
41.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bates Salem, MA | 8.4 |
| General John Nixon Elementary Sudbury, MA | 8.4 |
| Mary E Flaherty School Braintree, MA | 8.4 |
| THE CHESTNUT HILLSCHOOL Chestnut Hill, MA | 8.4 |
| West Somerville Neighborhood Somerville, MA | 8.4 |
| Alice M Barrows Reading, MA | 8.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hollis
What grades does Hollis serve?
Hollis serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Hollis?
Hollis has an enrollment of approximately 322 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hollis?
The student-teacher ratio at Hollis 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 Hollis rank in MA?
Hollis ranks #220 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Hollis's MySchoolScout rating?
Hollis has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Hollis?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hollis has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Hollis a charter school?
No, Hollis is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hollis a Title I school?
No, Hollis is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 322
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Norfolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 6.8%
- Phone
- (781) 380-0120
Resources & Links
District
Braintree- District Enrollment
- 5,237
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,658
- District Rank
- #4 of 10
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