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#1497 of 1,793 schools in MA

Squantum

Elementary School · Quincy

50 Huckins Avenue, Quincy, MA 02171

Enrollment

360

Student-Teacher

12.4:1

Score

4.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,497 of 1,793

In Quincy

#16 of 19

public schools

In district

#16 of 19

Quincy

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Squantum

4.5/10

Elementary School in Quincy · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Atlantic Middle

5.9/10

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6.4/10

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About Squantum

Squantum is a public elementary school in Quincy, MA, part of Quincy. Squantum serves approximately 360 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Squantum has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,497 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Squantum show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts below district
  • This school 4.5 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.5
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.8Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-3.39 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.2Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency41% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency40% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-1.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-2.6 pts
Overall Proficiency41% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-4.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile45th
Resources & Environment6.3Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,369
Chronic Absenteeism17.2%

Squantum — Students at Squantum score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 50.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 58.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.6% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 82 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
52%
ELA
57%
2010
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2011
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
72%
2018
Math
55.3%
ELA
73.5%
2019
Math
57.5%
ELA
70%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
50.5%
2022
Math
52.5%
ELA
54.8%
2023
Math
46.7%
ELA
58%
2024
Math
38.7%
ELA
48%
2025
Math
41%
ELA
40%

* 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: 2.8/10.

How Squantum Compares

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

Overall Score
4.5/10
17th percentile in MA
Academic
6.2/10
Average
Growth
2.8/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.3/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
29 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.2%

Location

50 Huckins Avenue, Quincy, MA 02171

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Squantum may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Perry Elementary School (rated 9.7/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby South Boston), which scores notably higher. Another option is Wollaston School (rated 8.6/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, QUINCY CATHOLIC ACADEMY (rated 7.1/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Quincy, see our Quincy schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Atlantic Middle Quincy 1.5 mi 5.9
Francis W Parker Quincy 1.6 mi 6.4
North Quincy High Quincy 1.7 mi 7.3
QUINCY CATHOLIC ACADEMY Quincy 1.7 mi 7.1
Beechwood Knoll Elementary Quincy 2.0 mi 5.2
Montclair Quincy 2.1 mi 7.0
Central Middle Quincy 2.5 mi 6.8
CAMPUS KINDER HAUS Quincy 2.5 mi
Wollaston School Quincy 2.4 mi 8.6
Merrymount Quincy 2.4 mi 6.5
Dever Elementary School Dorchester 2.1 mi 5.1
Murphy K-8 School Dorchester 1.9 mi 6.9
Perry Elementary School South Boston 2.6 mi 9.7
BOSTON COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL Dorchester 2.2 mi 8.5
Neighborhood House Charter School Dorchester 2.2 mi 5.3
SOUTH BOSTON CATHOLIC ACADEMY South Boston 2.8 mi 6.5
ST BRENDAN SCHOOL Dorchester 2.3 mi 3.9
THE WOODWARD SCHOOL Quincy 2.9 mi 6.8
Charles A Bernazzani Elementary Quincy 2.9 mi 5.7
Kenny Elementary School Dorchester 2.3 mi 5.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02171 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$104,992

Median Home Value

$630,200

Median Rent

$2,281/mo

Population

20,513

College Educated

51.7%

Homeownership

51.6%

Avg Commute

34.5 min

Poverty Rate

9.4%

Median Age

41.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Squantum

What grades does Squantum serve?

Squantum serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Squantum?

Squantum has an enrollment of approximately 360 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Squantum?

The student-teacher ratio at Squantum is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Squantum rank in MA?

Squantum ranks #1,497 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Squantum's MySchoolScout rating?

Squantum has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Squantum?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Squantum has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Squantum a charter school?

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

Is Squantum a Title I school?

No, Squantum is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
36 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
23 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
360
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
29
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Norfolk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.2%

District

Quincy
District Enrollment
9,695
Schools in District
19
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,369
District Rank
#16 of 19

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