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#454 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 25% in state

New Hingham Regional Elementary

Elementary School · Chesterfield-Goshen

PO Box 300, Chesterfield, MA 01012

Enrollment

139

Student-Teacher

9.9:1

Score

7.5

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#454 of 1,793

Academic growth

8.0 / 10

Excellent

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New Hingham Regional Elementary

7.5/10

Elementary School in Chesterfield · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About New Hingham Regional Elementary

New Hingham Regional Elementary is a public elementary school in Chesterfield, MA, part of Chesterfield-Goshen. New Hingham Regional Elementary serves approximately 139 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. New Hingham Regional Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #454 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for New Hingham Regional Elementary show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.2 pts above MA schools
  • This school 7.5 · Very Good
  • MA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 139 students, New Hingham Regional Elementary is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 9.9:1 students to teachers, New Hingham Regional Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

New Hingham Regional Elementary sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.0Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-0.81 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics7.4Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency55% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency45.5% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+12.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+2.9 pts
Overall Proficiency50% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+1.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile62th
Resources & Environment6.3Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,241
Chronic Absenteeism19.4%

New Hingham Regional Elementary — Students at New Hingham Regional Elementary score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 45.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.1% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 50.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.7% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 96 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
46%
ELA
56%
2019
Math
31.2%
ELA
56.2%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
38.4%
ELA
51.6%
2022
Math
46.2%
ELA
51.4%
2023
Math
42%
ELA
45.5%
2024
Math
48.8%
ELA
24%
2025
Math
55%
ELA
45.5%

* 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: 8.0/10.

How New Hingham Regional Elementary Compares

See how New Hingham Regional Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.5/10
75th percentile in MA
Academic
7.4/10
Very Good
Growth
8.0/10
Excellent
Environment
6.3/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
14 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.4%

Location

PO Box 300, Chesterfield, MA 01012

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering New Hingham Regional Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Anne T. Dunphy School (rated 9.4/10, 6.1 miles away, in nearby Williamsburg), which scores notably higher. Another option is Chester Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 10.0 miles away, in nearby Chester), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Leeds (rated 8.0/10, 8.5 miles away, in nearby Leeds), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Chesterfield, see our Chesterfield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 13.7 mi
School Distance Rating
R. H. Conwell Worthington 4.5 mi 4.0
Sanderson Academy Ashfield 7.5 mi 7.9
Anne T. Dunphy School Williamsburg 6.1 mi 9.4
Westhampton Elementary School Westhampton 7.3 mi 4.6
Hampshire Regional High Westhampton 8.0 mi 6.9
Gateway Regional High Huntington 10.6 mi 5.8
Gateway Regional Middle School Huntington 10.6 mi 4.3
Littleville Elementary School Huntington 10.7 mi 4.4
Leeds Leeds 8.5 mi 8.0
Chester Elementary Chester 10.0 mi 8.6
R. K. Finn Ryan Road Florence 9.9 mi 4.4
John F Kennedy Middle School Florence 9.7 mi 6.1
William E Norris Southampton 12.9 mi 7.4
Conway Grammar Conway 11.6 mi 6.8
Smith Vocational and Agricultural High Northampton 11.0 mi 5.6
Northampton High Northampton 11.5 mi 8.2
Jackson Street Northampton 11.4 mi 8.0
THE ACADEMY AT CHARLEMONT Charlemont 15.0 mi 6.3
LANDER GRINSPOON ACADEMY - SOLOMON SCHECHTER Northampton 11.7 mi 6.4
Emma L Miller Elementary School Savoy 13.7 mi 7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01012 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$75,526

Median Home Value

$350,000

Median Rent

$895/mo

Population

387

College Educated

27.7%

Homeownership

75.6%

Poverty Rate

10.3%

Median Age

49.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about New Hingham Regional Elementary

What grades does New Hingham Regional Elementary serve?

New Hingham Regional Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend New Hingham Regional Elementary?

New Hingham Regional Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 139 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at New Hingham Regional Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at New Hingham Regional Elementary is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does New Hingham Regional Elementary rank in MA?

New Hingham Regional Elementary ranks #454 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is New Hingham Regional Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

New Hingham Regional Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 New Hingham Regional Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, New Hingham Regional Elementary has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is New Hingham Regional Elementary a charter school?

No, New Hingham Regional Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is New Hingham Regional Elementary a Title I school?

No, New Hingham Regional Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
18 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
139
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
14
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Hampshire County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.4%

District

Chesterfield-Goshen
District Enrollment
139
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,241
District Rank
#1 of 1

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