Below Average
#1632 of 1,793 schools in MA
Snug Harbor Community School
Elementary School · Quincy
333 Palmer Street, Quincy, MA 02169
Enrollment
389
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
389
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,632 of 1,793
In Quincy
#18 of 19
public schools
In district
#18 of 19
Quincy
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Snug Harbor Community School
Elementary School in Quincy · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Atherton Hough
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About Snug Harbor Community School
Snug Harbor Community School is a public elementary school in Quincy, MA, part of Quincy. Snug Harbor Community School serves approximately 389 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Snug Harbor Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,632 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Snug Harbor Community School show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 5.5
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Snug Harbor Community School — Students at Snug Harbor Community School score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 82 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: 3.6/10.
How Snug Harbor Community School Compares
See how Snug Harbor Community School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
333 Palmer Street, Quincy, MA 02169
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Snug Harbor Community School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Academy Avenue (rated 8.1/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Weymouth), which scores notably higher. Another option is Wessagusset (rated 7.7/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby North Weymouth), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MEETING HOUSE MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Braintree), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Quincy, see our Quincy schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Atherton Hough Quincy | 0.9 mi | 3.0 |
| Clifford H Marshall Elementary Quincy | 1.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Broad Meadows Middle Quincy | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Wessagusset North Weymouth | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Johnson Early Childhood Center Weymouth | 1.4 mi | 4.0 |
| Point Webster Middle Quincy | 1.4 mi | 4.1 |
| Merrymount Quincy | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Donald Ross Braintree | 2.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Quincy High Quincy | 1.8 mi | 5.5 |
| THE WOODWARD SCHOOL Quincy | 2.0 mi | 6.8 |
| SOUTH SHORE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Weymouth | 2.8 mi | 8.3 |
| Beechwood Knoll Elementary Quincy | 2.2 mi | 5.2 |
| East Middle School Braintree | 2.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Academy Avenue Weymouth | 2.8 mi | 8.1 |
| LUMEN VERUM ACADEMY Braintree | 2.4 mi | — |
| ST COLETTA DAY SCHOOL Braintree | 2.6 mi | — |
| MEETING HOUSE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Braintree | 2.6 mi | 7.1 |
| SU ESCUELA LANGUAGE ACADEMY/SELA THE INTERNATIONAL Hingham | 2.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Central Middle Quincy | 2.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Archie T Morrison Braintree | 3.2 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02169 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,080
Median Home Value
$552,200
Median Rent
$1,975/mo
Population
60,928
College Educated
48.5%
Homeownership
40.3%
Avg Commute
34.3 min
Poverty Rate
12.6%
Median Age
38.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Beachmont Veterans Memorial School Revere, MA | 4.0 |
| Bradford Elementary Bradford, MA | 4.0 |
| Hennigan K-8 School Jamaica Plain, MA | 4.0 |
| Laliberte Elementary School Raynham, MA | 4.0 |
| Mary E Stapleton Elementary Framingham, MA | 4.0 |
| Paul Revere Revere, MA | 4.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Snug Harbor Community School
What grades does Snug Harbor Community School serve?
Snug Harbor Community School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Snug Harbor Community School?
Snug Harbor Community School has an enrollment of approximately 389 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Snug Harbor Community School?
The student-teacher ratio at Snug Harbor Community School is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Snug Harbor Community School rank in MA?
Snug Harbor Community School ranks #1,632 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Snug Harbor Community School's MySchoolScout rating?
Snug Harbor Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Snug Harbor Community School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Snug Harbor Community School has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Snug Harbor Community School a charter school?
No, Snug Harbor Community School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Snug Harbor Community School a Title I school?
No, Snug Harbor Community School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 389
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Norfolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.9%
- Phone
- (617) 984-8763
Resources & Links
District
Quincy- District Enrollment
- 9,695
- Schools in District
- 19
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,369
- District Rank
- #18 of 19
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