Below Average
#1429 of 1,793 schools in MA
Nantucket Intermediate School
Elementary School · Nantucket
30 Surfside Road, Nantucket, MA 02554
Enrollment
340
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
4.7
Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
340
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
4.7
Grades
3rd – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,429 of 1,793
In Nantucket
#4 of 4
public schools
In district
#4 of 4
Nantucket
School environment
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Nantucket Intermediate School
Elementary School in Nantucket · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Nantucket Intermediate School
Nantucket Intermediate School is a public elementary school in Nantucket, MA, part of Nantucket. Nantucket Intermediate School serves approximately 340 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Nantucket Intermediate School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,429 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Nantucket Intermediate School show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 5.6
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 9.4:1 students to teachers, Nantucket Intermediate School 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 Intermediate School — Students at Nantucket Intermediate School score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 66 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 3.9/10.
How Nantucket Intermediate School Compares
See how Nantucket Intermediate School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
30 Surfside Road, Nantucket, MA 02554
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Nantucket Intermediate School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Station Avenue Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 28.9 miles away, in nearby South Yarmouth), which scores notably higher. Another option is Barnstable Community Innovation School (rated 8.2/10, 28.6 miles away, in nearby Hyannis), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ezra H Baker Innovation School (rated 8.0/10, 27.8 miles away, in nearby West Dennis), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Nantucket, see our Nantucket schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 28.7 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 |
|---|---|
| Canterbury Worcester, MA | 4.7 |
| Clarke Swampscott, MA | 4.7 |
| Clifford M Granger Feeding Hills, MA | 4.7 |
| Frederick C Murphy Weymouth, MA | 4.7 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Needham, MA | 4.7 |
| ST MONICA SCHOOL Methuen, MA | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Nantucket Intermediate School
What grades does Nantucket Intermediate School serve?
Nantucket Intermediate School serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.
How many students attend Nantucket Intermediate School?
Nantucket Intermediate School has an enrollment of approximately 340 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Nantucket Intermediate School?
The student-teacher ratio at Nantucket Intermediate School is 9.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Nantucket Intermediate School rank in MA?
Nantucket Intermediate School ranks #1,429 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Nantucket Intermediate School's MySchoolScout rating?
Nantucket Intermediate School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Intermediate School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Nantucket Intermediate School has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025).
Is Nantucket Intermediate School a charter school?
No, Nantucket Intermediate School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Nantucket Intermediate School a Title I school?
No, Nantucket Intermediate School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 3rd – 5th
- Enrollment
- 340
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Nantucket County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.6%
- Phone
- (508) 228-7285
Resources & Links
District
Nantucket- District Enrollment
- 1,683
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,322
- District Rank
- #4 of 4
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