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#820 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 46% in state
Nantucket Elementary
Elementary School · Nantucket
30 Surfside Road, Nantucket, MA 02554
Enrollment
397
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
397
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#820 of 1,793
In Nantucket
#2 of 4
public schools
In district
#2 of 4
Nantucket
School environment
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Nantucket Elementary
Nantucket Elementary is a public elementary school in Nantucket, MA, part of Nantucket. Nantucket Elementary serves approximately 397 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Nantucket Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #820 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Nantucket Elementary show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2016) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2016).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 5.6
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 9.5:1 students to teachers, Nantucket Elementary 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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Nantucket Elementary — Students at Nantucket Elementary score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Test Scores MA EDFACTS (2015-16)
Based on 16 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.0/10.
How Nantucket Elementary Compares
See how Nantucket Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
30 Surfside Road, Nantucket, MA 02554
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Nantucket Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Chatham Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 29.7 miles away, in nearby Chatham), which scores notably higher. Another option is Station Avenue Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 28.8 miles away, in nearby South Yarmouth), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Barnstable Community Innovation School (rated 8.2/10, 28.5 miles away, in nearby Hyannis), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Nantucket, see our Nantucket schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 29.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02554 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$125,524
Median Home Value
$1,386,100
Median Rent
$2,081/mo
Population
14,033
College Educated
58.6%
Homeownership
76.1%
Poverty Rate
2.3%
Median Age
40.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Brookfield Elementary Brookfield, MA | 6.5 |
| Centerville Elementary Centerville, MA | 6.5 |
| Dennis-Yarmouth Intermediate School South Yarmouth, MA | 6.5 |
| Elizabeth G Lyons Elementary Randolph, MA | 6.5 |
| Green Meadow Maynard, MA | 6.5 |
| J Harding Armstrong Westborough, MA | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Nantucket Elementary
What grades does Nantucket Elementary serve?
Nantucket Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Nantucket Elementary?
Nantucket Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 397 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Nantucket Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Nantucket Elementary 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 Nantucket Elementary rank in MA?
Nantucket Elementary ranks #820 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Nantucket Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Nantucket Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Nantucket Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Nantucket Elementary has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2016) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2016).
Is Nantucket Elementary a charter school?
No, Nantucket Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Nantucket Elementary a Title I school?
No, Nantucket Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 397
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Nantucket County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 29.2%
- Phone
- (508) 228-7290
Resources & Links
District
Nantucket- District Enrollment
- 1,683
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,322
- District Rank
- #2 of 4
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