Very Good
#416 of 1,791 schools in MA
Top 23% in state
Wareham Elementary School
Elementary School · Wareham
63 Minot Avenue, Wareham, MA 02571
Enrollment
933
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
933
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Wareham
#1 of 4
public schools
Massachusetts elementary schools
#262 of 1,022
In district
#1 of 4
Wareham
Academic growth
9.8 / 10
Exceptional
About Wareham Elementary School
Wareham Elementary School serves 933 students in grades pre-kindergarten through fourth grade at 63 Minot Avenue in Wareham, Massachusetts. With 74 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a favorable student-teacher ratio of 12.6 to 1, allowing for more individualized attention in the classroom. The school is working on academic improvement, with current performance showing room for growth in core subjects.
In English Language Arts and reading, 25% of students scored proficient or above across grade levels, while 22% achieved proficiency in mathematics. These results place Wareham Elementary in the 11th percentile among Massachusetts elementary schools, ranking #1605 out of 1796 schools statewide. The school serves families in the 02571 zip code area, where the median household income is $82,591 and median home values reach $407,300.
The community has a 4.1% poverty rate, and 29% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher. With a population of 10,530 in the immediate area, families have access to a stable suburban community. Wareham Elementary School operates within Plymouth County's large suburban setting, providing early elementary education in a community-focused environment where students can develop foundational academic and social skills.
What Parents Should Know
While current test scores at Wareham Elementary School are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.
Score Breakdown
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Wareham Elementary School — Students at Wareham Elementary School score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
0.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 30 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: 9.8/10.
How Wareham Elementary School Compares
See how Wareham Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 28% (2019) to 22% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 33% (2019) to 25% (2022).
Location
63 Minot Avenue, Wareham, MA 02571
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wareham Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Federal Furnace School (rated 8.6/10, 9.5 miles away, in nearby Plymouth), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bournedale Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Bournedale), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, South Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 7.0 miles away, in nearby Plymouth), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Wareham, see our Wareham schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CHRISTOPHER DONOVAN DAY SCHOOL- INC Onset | 1.7 mi | — |
| Wareham Senior High Wareham | 1.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Wareham Cooperative Alternative School Wareham | 1.7 mi | 4.4 |
| Wareham Middle Wareham | 1.9 mi | 6.7 |
| TABOR ACADEMY Marion | 5.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Bourne High School Bourne | 5.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Sippican Marion | 5.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Bourne Intermediate School Bourne | 5.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Bourne Middle School Bourne | 5.2 mi | 5.4 |
| Bournedale Elementary School Bournedale | 5.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Upper Cape Cod Vocational Technical Bourne | 5.6 mi | 5.7 |
| South Elementary Plymouth | 7.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Old Rochester Regional High Mattapoisett | 7.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Old Rochester Regional Jr High Mattapoisett | 7.4 mi | 5.0 |
| North Falmouth Elementary North Falmouth | 8.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Federal Furnace School Plymouth | 9.5 mi | 8.6 |
| THE COVE SCHOOL Plymouth | 8.6 mi | — |
| Plymouth South High Plymouth | 9.5 mi | 6.7 |
| WOODSIDE SCHOOL & COMMUNITY RESOURCE CENTER Plymouth | 10.2 mi | — |
| BRIDGEVIEW MONTESSORI SCHOOL Sagamore | 7.7 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02571 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$87,302
Median Home Value
$422,500
Median Rent
$1,427/mo
Population
10,538
College Educated
31.8%
Homeownership
79.6%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
4.2%
Median Age
56.6
Community Profile
The community surrounding Wareham Elementary School has a median household income of $87,302. It is an area where 32% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $422,500, with a median rent of $1,427/month. The local poverty rate of 4.2% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Center Elementary Hanover, MA | 7.4 |
| Edison K-8 School Brighton, MA | 7.4 |
| Murphy K-8 School Dorchester, MA | 7.4 |
| Alden School Duxbury, MA | 7.3 |
| Cunningham School Milton, MA | 7.8 |
| Goodnow Brothers Elementary School Marlborough, MA | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wareham Elementary School
What grades does Wareham Elementary School serve?
Wareham Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Wareham Elementary School?
Wareham Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 933 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wareham Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Wareham Elementary School 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 Wareham Elementary School rank in MA?
Wareham Elementary School is ranked #416 out of 1,791 schools in MA.
What is Wareham Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Wareham Elementary School has a composite rating of 7.5 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Wareham Elementary School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Wareham Elementary School has 26.5% math proficiency and 30.9% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Wareham Elementary School a charter school?
No, Wareham Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Wareham Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Wareham Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 933
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 74
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Plymouth County
- Phone
- (508) 291-3530
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Wareham- District Enrollment
- 1,950
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,474
- District Rank
- #1 of 4
Other Schools in This District
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