Excellent
#103 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 6% in state
Hosmer
Elementary School · Watertown
1 Concord Rd, Watertown, MA 02472
Enrollment
720
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
9.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
720
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
9.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#103 of 1,793
In Watertown
#1 of 5
public schools
In district
#1 of 5
Watertown
School environment
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Hosmer
Elementary School in Watertown · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Hosmer
Hosmer is a public elementary school in Watertown, MA, part of Watertown. Hosmer serves approximately 720 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Hosmer has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10 and ranks #103 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Hosmer show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 9.0 · Excellent
- District avg 8.9
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Hosmer — Students at Hosmer score 51% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
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: 9.5/10.
How Hosmer Compares
See how Hosmer performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1 Concord Rd, Watertown, MA 02472
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hosmer may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Haggerty (rated 9.4/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Cambridge), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Winship Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Brighton), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Underwood (rated 9.1/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Newton Corner), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Watertown, see our Watertown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PERKINS SCHOOL FOR THE BLIND Watertown | 0.6 mi | 8.8 |
| ST STEPHEN'S ARMENIAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Watertown | 0.5 mi | 5.3 |
| ATRIUM SCHOOL Watertown | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| James Russell Lowell Watertown | 1.0 mi | 8.9 |
| Winthrop L Chenery Middle Belmont | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Lyon High School Brighton | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Haggerty Cambridge | 1.0 mi | 9.4 |
| Lyon K-8 School Brighton | 1.3 mi | 4.1 |
| Bigelow Middle Newton | 1.2 mi | 9.1 |
| Mary Lee Burbank Belmont | 1.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Underwood Newton Corner | 1.2 mi | 9.1 |
| ST COLUMBKILLE PARTNERSHIP SCHOOL Brighton | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Watertown Middle Watertown | 1.2 mi | 8.4 |
| Roger E Wellington Belmont | 1.6 mi | 5.5 |
| MESIVTA HIGH SCHOOL OF GREATER BOSTON Brighton | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Watertown High Watertown | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Edison K-8 School Brighton | 1.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Winship Elementary School Brighton | 1.6 mi | 9.2 |
| WALDORF HIGH SCHOOL OF MASSACHUSETTS BAY Belmont | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Belmont High Belmont | 1.8 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02472 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$123,383
Median Home Value
$737,600
Median Rent
$2,356/mo
Population
35,317
College Educated
67.1%
Homeownership
48.8%
Avg Commute
26.2 min
Poverty Rate
6.1%
Median Age
38.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Brown Natick, MA | 9.0 |
| Oak Ridge East Sandwich, MA | 9.0 |
| Pierce Brookline, MA | 9.0 |
| South Elementary Andover, MA | 9.0 |
| William P. Gorman/Fort Banks Elementary Winthrop, MA | 9.0 |
| John F Kennedy Somerville, MA | 8.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hosmer
What grades does Hosmer serve?
Hosmer serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Hosmer?
Hosmer has an enrollment of approximately 720 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hosmer?
The student-teacher ratio at Hosmer is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hosmer rank in MA?
Hosmer ranks #103 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Hosmer's MySchoolScout rating?
Hosmer has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 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 Hosmer?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hosmer has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Hosmer a charter school?
No, Hosmer is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hosmer a Title I school?
No, Hosmer is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 720
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 67
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.2%
- Phone
- (617) 926-7740
Resources & Links
District
Watertown- District Enrollment
- 2,717
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,148
- District Rank
- #1 of 5
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