Excellent
#104 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 6% in state
Hunnewell
Elementary School · Wellesley
28 Cameron Street, Wellesley, MA 02482
Enrollment
200
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
9.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
200
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
9.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#104 of 1,793
In Wellesley
#4 of 10
public schools
In district
#4 of 10
Wellesley
School environment
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Hunnewell
Hunnewell is a public elementary school in Wellesley, MA, part of Wellesley. Hunnewell serves approximately 200 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Hunnewell has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10 and ranks #104 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Hunnewell show 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 9.0 · Excellent
- District avg 8.7
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 9.5:1 students to teachers, Hunnewell 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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Hunnewell — Students at Hunnewell score 73% 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: 8.4/10.
How Hunnewell Compares
See how Hunnewell performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
28 Cameron Street, Wellesley, MA 02482
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hunnewell may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. John D Hardy (rated 9.8/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Newman Elementary (rated 9.6/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Needham), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Katharine Lee Bates (rated 9.3/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Wellesley, see our Wellesley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DANA HALL SCHOOL Wellesley | 0.2 mi | 6.6 |
| TENACRE COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Wellesley | 0.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Wellesley Middle Wellesley | 0.6 mi | 9.6 |
| Sprague Elementary School Wellesley | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Wellesley Sr High Wellesley | 0.7 mi | 8.9 |
| Ernest F Upham Wellesley | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| MONTESSORI DAY SCHOOL OF WELLESLEY HILLS Wellesley Hls | 1.3 mi | — |
| John D Hardy Wellesley | 1.2 mi | 9.8 |
| Katharine Lee Bates Wellesley | 1.5 mi | 9.3 |
| RIVERBEND SCHOOL Natick | 2.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Newman Elementary Needham | 2.0 mi | 9.6 |
| Lilja Elementary Natick | 1.9 mi | 6.6 |
| ST JOHN SCHOOL Wellesley | 2.5 mi | 6.7 |
| WALKER SCHOOL Needham | 2.7 mi | 8.6 |
| Memorial Natick | 2.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Sunita L. Williams Elementary Needham | 2.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Schofield Wellesley | 2.5 mi | 8.2 |
| THE RIVERS SCHOOL Weston | 2.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Weston Middle Weston | 3.1 mi | 8.3 |
| Preschool at Wellesley Schools Wellesley | 2.5 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02482 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$240,069
Median Home Value
$1,255,200
Median Rent
$2,674/mo
Population
10,758
College Educated
83.5%
Homeownership
80%
Avg Commute
31.4 min
Poverty Rate
4%
Median Age
47.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| John Ward Newton Centre, MA | 9.0 |
| Williams Auburndale, MA | 9.0 |
| Bessie Buker Elementary Wenham, MA | 9.1 |
| Chatham Elementary School Chatham, MA | 8.9 |
| Grew Elementary School Hyde Park, MA | 8.9 |
| Tatham West Springfield, MA | 9.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hunnewell
What grades does Hunnewell serve?
Hunnewell serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Hunnewell?
Hunnewell has an enrollment of approximately 200 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hunnewell?
The student-teacher ratio at Hunnewell is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hunnewell rank in MA?
Hunnewell ranks #104 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Hunnewell's MySchoolScout rating?
Hunnewell 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 Hunnewell?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hunnewell has 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Hunnewell a charter school?
No, Hunnewell is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hunnewell a Title I school?
No, Hunnewell is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 200
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Norfolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 9.5%
- Phone
- (781) 446-6275
Resources & Links
District
Wellesley- District Enrollment
- 4,101
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $29,216
- District Rank
- #4 of 10
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