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Very Good

#447 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 25% in state

Old Hammondtown

Middle School · Mattapoisett

20 Shaw Street, Mattapoisett, MA 02739

Enrollment

170

Student-Teacher

11.3:1

Score

7.6

Grades

4th – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#447 of 1,793

In Mattapoisett

#2 of 4

public schools

In district

#2 of 2

Mattapoisett

School environment

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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Old Hammondtown

7.6/10

Middle School in Mattapoisett · grades 4th – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Old Hammondtown

Old Hammondtown is a public middle school in Mattapoisett, MA, part of Mattapoisett. Old Hammondtown serves approximately 170 students, and covers grades 4th-6th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Old Hammondtown has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #447 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Old Hammondtown show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.2 pts above MA schools
  • This school 7.6 · Very Good
  • MA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 170 students, Old Hammondtown 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.7Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-1.89 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.7Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency61% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency65% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+17.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+23.8 pts
Overall Proficiency63% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)54% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+9.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile80th
Resources & Environment9.1Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,981
Chronic Absenteeism14.1%

Old Hammondtown — Students at Old Hammondtown score 63% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 69.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.1% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 70.6% (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
60%
ELA
75%
2010
Math
71%
ELA
80%
2011
Math
75%
ELA
85%
2012
Math
75%
ELA
84%
2013
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2015
Math
85%
ELA
87%
2016
Math
72%
ELA
74%
2017
Math
71%
ELA
79%
2018
Math
72.8%
ELA
78%
2019
Math
75.6%
ELA
72.4%
2020*
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2021*
Math
62.8%
ELA
72.2%
2022
Math
67.8%
ELA
61.4%
2023
Math
66.3%
ELA
65%
2024
Math
69.8%
ELA
58%
2025
Math
61%
ELA
65%

* 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: 5.7/10.

How Old Hammondtown Compares

See how Old Hammondtown performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.6/10
75th percentile in MA
Academic
8.7/10
Excellent
Growth
5.7/10
Average
Environment
9.1/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
15 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.1%

Location

20 Shaw Street, Mattapoisett, MA 02739

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Old Hammondtown may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Albert F Ford Middle School (rated 6.8/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby Acushnet), with a comparable rating. Another option is Roosevelt Middle School (rated 6.0/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby New Bedford), a more accessible option. Additionally, Hastings Middle (rated 5.7/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Fairhaven), a more accessible option. For more schools in Mattapoisett, see our Mattapoisett schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Center Mattapoisett 0.9 mi 8.7
East Fairhaven Fairhaven 1.7 mi 7.3
Leroy Wood Fairhaven 3.0 mi 7.6
Old Rochester Regional High Mattapoisett 2.9 mi 6.8
Old Rochester Regional Jr High Mattapoisett 2.9 mi 5.5
ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Fairhaven 3.6 mi 4.8
Hastings Middle Fairhaven 3.5 mi 5.7
Fairhaven High Fairhaven 4.0 mi 5.6
Sippican Marion 4.5 mi 5.7
TABOR ACADEMY Marion 4.7 mi 6.0
Alma del Mar Charter School New Bedford 4.7 mi 4.4
Roosevelt Middle School New Bedford 5.3 mi 6.0
Rochester Memorial Rochester 6.3 mi 6.4
Jireh Swift New Bedford 4.9 mi 6.1
William H Taylor New Bedford 5.6 mi 6.8
Alfred J Gomes New Bedford 5.2 mi 5.1
Albert F Ford Middle School Acushnet 5.8 mi 6.8
Irwin M. Jacobs Elementary School New Bedford 5.5 mi 3.7
Global Learning Charter Public School New Bedford 5.0 mi 4.6
Acushnet Elementary School Acushnet 5.9 mi 8.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02739 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$117,308

Median Home Value

$671,900

Median Rent

$1,478/mo

Population

6,563

College Educated

57.7%

Homeownership

78.9%

Poverty Rate

3.2%

Median Age

56

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Marblehead Community Charter Public School Marblehead, MA 7.2
Hale Stow, MA 8.0
Rockport Middle Rockport, MA 6.8
South End Middle School Springfield, MA 6.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Old Hammondtown

What grades does Old Hammondtown serve?

Old Hammondtown serves students in grades 4th through 6th.

How many students attend Old Hammondtown?

Old Hammondtown has an enrollment of approximately 170 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Old Hammondtown?

The student-teacher ratio at Old Hammondtown is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Old Hammondtown rank in MA?

Old Hammondtown ranks #447 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Old Hammondtown's MySchoolScout rating?

Old Hammondtown has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Old Hammondtown?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Old Hammondtown has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Old Hammondtown a charter school?

No, Old Hammondtown is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Old Hammondtown a Title I school?

No, Old Hammondtown is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
34 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
4th – 6th
Enrollment
170
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
15
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Plymouth County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.1%

District

Mattapoisett
District Enrollment
400
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,981
District Rank
#2 of 2

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