Very Good
#545 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 30% in state
R Stewart Esten
Elementary School · Rockland
733 Summer Street, Rockland, MA 02370
Enrollment
226
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
226
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#545 of 1,793
In Rockland
#2 of 4
public schools
In district
#2 of 4
Rockland
Academic growth
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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R Stewart Esten
Elementary School in Rockland · grades Pre-K – Kindergarten. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About R Stewart Esten
R Stewart Esten is a public elementary school in Rockland, MA, part of Rockland. R Stewart Esten serves approximately 226 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Kindergarten, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. R Stewart Esten has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #545 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for R Stewart Esten show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 7.7
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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R Stewart Esten — Students at R Stewart Esten score 47% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Test Scores MA EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 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 R Stewart Esten Compares
See how R Stewart Esten performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
733 Summer Street, Rockland, MA 02370
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering R Stewart Esten may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Center Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Hanover), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Phelps Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Beaver Brook Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Abington), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Rockland, see our Rockland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Rockland Senior High Rockland | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
| John W Rogers Middle Rockland | 1.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Hanover Middle Hanover | 1.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Phelps Elementary School Rockland | 1.7 mi | 8.0 |
| John H Duval Whitman | 1.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Hanover High Hanover | 2.0 mi | 8.4 |
| Cedar Elementary Hanover | 2.1 mi | 3.9 |
| Whitman Hanson Regional Whitman | 2.6 mi | 6.0 |
| The Pre-School Academy at Whitman Hanson Whitman | 2.6 mi | 3.3 |
| Hanson Middle School Hanson | 2.6 mi | 6.8 |
| ST BRIDGET SCHOOL Abington | 2.1 mi | 4.2 |
| Beaver Brook Elementary Abington | 2.4 mi | 7.5 |
| South Shore Charter Public School Norwell | 3.3 mi | 5.8 |
| South Shore Vocational Technical High Hanover | 3.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Center Elementary Hanover | 2.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Abington Early Education Program Abington | 3.0 mi | 3.3 |
| THE ACCORD SCHOOL Norwell | 3.9 mi | — |
| Abington High Abington | 3.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Abington Middle School Abington | 3.0 mi | 5.1 |
| THE RIDGE HILL SCHOOL Norwell | 3.9 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02370 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$101,475
Median Home Value
$452,300
Median Rent
$1,497/mo
Population
17,709
College Educated
34.3%
Homeownership
78.1%
Avg Commute
29.8 min
Poverty Rate
7.5%
Median Age
39.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bernardston Elementary Bernardston, MA | 7.3 |
| East Fairhaven Fairhaven, MA | 7.3 |
| Eddy Elementary Brewster, MA | 7.3 |
| GLEN URQUHART SCHOOL Beverly, MA | 7.3 |
| Horace Mann Melrose, MA | 7.3 |
| NASHOBA BROOKS SCHOOL Concord, MA | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about R Stewart Esten
What grades does R Stewart Esten serve?
R Stewart Esten serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.
How many students attend R Stewart Esten?
R Stewart Esten has an enrollment of approximately 226 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at R Stewart Esten?
The student-teacher ratio at R Stewart Esten 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 R Stewart Esten rank in MA?
R Stewart Esten ranks #545 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is R Stewart Esten's MySchoolScout rating?
R Stewart Esten has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 R Stewart Esten?
Based on loaded state assessment records, R Stewart Esten has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is R Stewart Esten a charter school?
No, R Stewart Esten is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is R Stewart Esten a Title I school?
No, R Stewart Esten is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 226
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Plymouth County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.8%
- Phone
- (781) 878-8336
Resources & Links
District
Rockland- District Enrollment
- 2,140
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,313
- District Rank
- #2 of 4
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