Excellent
#8 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 1% in state
John D Hardy
Elementary School · Wellesley
293 Weston Rd, Wellesley, MA 02482
Enrollment
225
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
9.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
225
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
9.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#8 of 1,793
In Wellesley
#1 of 10
public schools
In district
#1 of 10
Wellesley
Equity
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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About John D Hardy
John D Hardy is a public elementary school in Wellesley, MA, part of Wellesley. John D Hardy serves approximately 225 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. John D Hardy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.8 out of 10 and ranks #8 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for John D Hardy show 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
What's said publicly about John D Hardy
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- This school 9.8 · Excellent
- District avg 8.7
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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John D Hardy — Students at John D Hardy score 84% 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: 9.6/10.
How John D Hardy Compares
See how John D Hardy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
293 Weston Rd, Wellesley, MA 02482
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John D Hardy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Katharine Lee Bates (rated 9.3/10, 0.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Hunnewell (rated 9.0/10, 1.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Loker School (rated 8.9/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Wayland), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Wellesley, see our Wellesley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Katharine Lee Bates Wellesley | 0.6 mi | 9.3 |
| Sprague Elementary School Wellesley | 0.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Ernest F Upham Wellesley | 0.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Lilja Elementary Natick | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Wellesley Middle Wellesley | 1.1 mi | 9.6 |
| Hunnewell Wellesley | 1.2 mi | 9.0 |
| THE RIVERS SCHOOL Weston | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| DANA HALL SCHOOL Wellesley | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| TENACRE COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Wellesley | 1.6 mi | 7.7 |
| BRANDON SCHOOL & RESIDENTAL TREATMENT Natick | 1.6 mi | 8.2 |
| RIVERBEND SCHOOL Natick | 2.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Wellesley Sr High Wellesley | 1.6 mi | 8.9 |
| THE TREMONT SCHOOL Weston | 2.3 mi | — |
| Weston Middle Weston | 2.4 mi | 8.3 |
| Memorial Natick | 2.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Weston High Weston | 2.5 mi | 9.4 |
| MONTESSORI DAY SCHOOL OF WELLESLEY HILLS Wellesley Hls | 1.9 mi | — |
| WALNUT HILL SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS Natick | 2.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Loker School Wayland | 2.6 mi | 8.9 |
| VERITAS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Wayland | 2.5 mi | 7.1 |
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 |
|---|---|
| East Boston Early Education Center East Boston, MA | 9.8 |
| Fuller Meadow Middleton, MA | 9.8 |
| Perry Elementary School South Boston, MA | 9.7 |
| Manning Elementary School Jamaica Plain, MA | 9.6 |
| William E Sheehan Westwood, MA | 9.6 |
| Cambridgeport Cambridge, MA | 9.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John D Hardy
What grades does John D Hardy serve?
John D Hardy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend John D Hardy?
John D Hardy has an enrollment of approximately 225 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John D Hardy?
The student-teacher ratio at John D Hardy is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John D Hardy rank in MA?
John D Hardy ranks #8 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is John D Hardy's MySchoolScout rating?
John D Hardy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.8 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 John D Hardy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John D Hardy has 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is John D Hardy a charter school?
No, John D Hardy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John D Hardy a Title I school?
No, John D Hardy is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 225
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Norfolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.4%
- Phone
- (781) 446-6270
Resources & Links
District
Wellesley- District Enrollment
- 4,101
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $29,216
- District Rank
- #1 of 10
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