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#885 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 49% in state
Walnut Square
Elementary School · Haverhill
645 Main Street, Haverhill, MA 01830
Enrollment
164
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
164
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#885 of 1,793
In Haverhill
#6 of 16
public schools
In district
#5 of 16
Haverhill
Academic growth
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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Walnut Square
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About Walnut Square
Walnut Square is a public elementary school in Haverhill, MA, part of Haverhill. Walnut Square serves approximately 164 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-3rd, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Walnut Square has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #885 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Walnut Square show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2024-2025) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2024-2025).
- This school 6.3 · Average
- District avg 5.7
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 164 students, Walnut Square 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
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Walnut Square — Students at Walnut Square score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 4 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.6/10.
How Walnut Square Compares
See how Walnut Square performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
645 Main Street, Haverhill, MA 01830
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Walnut Square may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Golden Hill (rated 7.3/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Caleb Dustin Hunking School (rated 7.0/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Moody (rated 6.6/10, 2.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Haverhill, see our Haverhill schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Gateway Academy Haverhill | 0.4 mi | 5.9 |
| John G Whittier Haverhill | 0.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Pentucket Lake Elementary Haverhill | 0.4 mi | 3.1 |
| Tilton Haverhill | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Haverhill High Haverhill | 1.3 mi | 4.1 |
| Greenleaf Academy Bradford | 1.7 mi | 4.1 |
| SACRED HEARTS SCHOOL Bradford | 1.7 mi | 4.2 |
| Silver Hill Elementary School Haverhill | 1.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Consentino Middle School Haverhill | 1.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Dr Paul Nettle Haverhill | 1.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Golden Hill Haverhill | 1.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Moody Haverhill | 2.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Moody Preschool Extension Haverhill | 2.1 mi | 3.1 |
| Bartlett School and Assessment Center Haverhill | 2.0 mi | 4.6 |
| Caleb Dustin Hunking School Haverhill | 2.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Bradford Elementary Bradford | 2.6 mi | 4.0 |
| Pollard Elementary School Plaistow | 3.0 mi | 5.8 |
| LITTLE EXPLORERS LEARNING CENTER Plaistow | 2.9 mi | — |
| Hill View Montessori Charter Public School Haverhill | 2.6 mi | 4.3 |
| HILLTOP SCHOOL Haverhill | 2.5 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01830 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,784
Median Home Value
$436,400
Median Rent
$1,602/mo
Population
26,685
College Educated
30.4%
Homeownership
56.9%
Avg Commute
27.6 min
Poverty Rate
14.8%
Median Age
39.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Andrew B. Cushman School Dartmouth, MA | 6.3 |
| KINGSLEY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Boston, MA | 6.3 |
| MATER DOLOROSA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Holyoke, MA | 6.3 |
| Robert T. Capeless Elementary School Pittsfield, MA | 6.3 |
| ST THERESA SCHOOL Somerville, MA | 6.3 |
| Sheffield Elementary School Turners Falls, MA | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Walnut Square
What grades does Walnut Square serve?
Walnut Square serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.
How many students attend Walnut Square?
Walnut Square has an enrollment of approximately 164 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Walnut Square?
The student-teacher ratio at Walnut Square is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Walnut Square rank in MA?
Walnut Square ranks #885 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Walnut Square's MySchoolScout rating?
Walnut Square has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Walnut Square?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Walnut Square has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2024-2025) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2024-2025).
Is Walnut Square a charter school?
No, Walnut Square is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Walnut Square a Title I school?
No, Walnut Square is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 164
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.4%
- Phone
- (978) 374-3471
Resources & Links
District
Haverhill- District Enrollment
- 7,882
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,615
- District Rank
- #5 of 16
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