Excellent
#132 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 7% in state
Maria Hastings
Elementary School · Lexington
7 Crosby Road, Lexington, MA 02421
Enrollment
631
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
631
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#132 of 1,793
In Lexington
#6 of 11
public schools
In district
#6 of 10
Lexington
Equity
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Maria Hastings
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About Maria Hastings
Maria Hastings is a public elementary school in Lexington, MA, part of Lexington. Maria Hastings serves approximately 631 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Maria Hastings has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #132 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Maria Hastings show 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.8 · Excellent
- District avg 8.8
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Maria Hastings — Students at Maria Hastings score 78% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 82 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: 7.9/10.
How Maria Hastings Compares
See how Maria Hastings performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
7 Crosby Road, Lexington, MA 02421
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Maria Hastings may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Joseph Estabrook (rated 9.6/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Bowman (rated 9.5/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Bridge (rated 9.2/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Lexington, see our Lexington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bridge Lexington | 0.7 mi | 9.2 |
| FUSE SCHOOL Lexington | 1.3 mi | — |
| Lexington High Lexington | 1.0 mi | 9.3 |
| Minuteman Regional High Lexington | 1.1 mi | 8.3 |
| COMMUNITY THERAPEUTIC DAY SCHOOL Lexington | 1.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Hanscom Middle Hanscom Air Force Base | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Jonas Clarke Middle Lexington | 1.6 mi | 9.3 |
| COTTING SCHOOL Lexington | 1.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Wm Diamond Middle Lexington | 1.8 mi | 8.7 |
| Fiske Lexington | 1.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Lexington Children's Place Lexington | 1.9 mi | 6.8 |
| MEADOWRIDGE PELHAM ACADEMY Lexington | 1.9 mi | — |
| Joseph Estabrook Lexington | 2.4 mi | 9.6 |
| NEW ENGLAND INNOVATION ACADEMY Lexington | 2.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Bowman Lexington | 2.3 mi | 9.5 |
| Douglas MacArthur Elementary School Waltham | 2.9 mi | 7.9 |
| BEDFORD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Bedford | 2.8 mi | — |
| OUR LADYS ACADEMY Waltham | 2.8 mi | 6.9 |
| BIRCHES SCHOOL Lincoln | 2.4 mi | 5.1 |
| LEXINGTON MONTESSORI SCHOOL Lexington | 2.7 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02421 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$212,843
Median Home Value
$1,147,700
Median Rent
$2,847/mo
Population
17,798
College Educated
84.7%
Homeownership
76.3%
Avg Commute
30.7 min
Poverty Rate
6%
Median Age
47.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bennett-Hemenway Natick, MA | 8.8 |
| Central East Bridgewater, MA | 8.8 |
| Collicot Milton, MA | 8.8 |
| Peter Noyes Sudbury, MA | 8.8 |
| Hardy Arlington, MA | 8.9 |
| John F Kennedy Somerville, MA | 8.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Maria Hastings
What grades does Maria Hastings serve?
Maria Hastings serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Maria Hastings?
Maria Hastings has an enrollment of approximately 631 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Maria Hastings?
The student-teacher ratio at Maria Hastings is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Maria Hastings rank in MA?
Maria Hastings ranks #132 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Maria Hastings's MySchoolScout rating?
Maria Hastings has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 Maria Hastings?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Maria Hastings has 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Maria Hastings a charter school?
No, Maria Hastings is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Maria Hastings a Title I school?
No, Maria Hastings is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 631
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 55
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 5.9%
- Phone
- (781) 860-5800
Resources & Links
District
Lexington- District Enrollment
- 6,805
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,005
- District Rank
- #6 of 10
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