Excellent
#283 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 16% in state
Wareham Elementary School
Elementary School · Wareham
63 Minot Avenue, Wareham, MA 02571
Enrollment
933
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
933
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#283 of 1,793
In Wareham
#1 of 4
public schools
In district
#1 of 4
Wareham
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Wareham Elementary School
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About Wareham Elementary School
Wareham Elementary School is a public elementary school in Wareham, MA, part of Wareham. Wareham Elementary School serves approximately 933 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Wareham Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #283 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Wareham Elementary School show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Wareham Elementary School — Students at Wareham Elementary School score 35% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 52 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: 9.9/10.
How Wareham Elementary School Compares
See how Wareham Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
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 8.3/10, 9.5 miles away, in nearby Plymouth), with a very similar rating. Another option is Bournedale Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Bournedale), with a very similar rating. Additionally, South Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 7.0 miles away, in nearby Plymouth), with a very similar rating. 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 | 6.6 |
| Wareham Cooperative Alternative School Wareham | 1.7 mi | 4.5 |
| Wareham Middle Wareham | 1.9 mi | 6.9 |
| TABOR ACADEMY Marion | 5.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Bourne High School Bourne | 5.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Sippican Marion | 5.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Bourne Intermediate School Bourne | 5.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Bourne Middle School Bourne | 5.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Bournedale Elementary School Bournedale | 5.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Upper Cape Cod Vocational Technical Bourne | 5.6 mi | 6.8 |
| South Elementary Plymouth | 7.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Old Rochester Regional High Mattapoisett | 7.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Old Rochester Regional Jr High Mattapoisett | 7.4 mi | 5.5 |
| North Falmouth Elementary North Falmouth | 8.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Federal Furnace School Plymouth | 9.5 mi | 8.3 |
| THE COVE SCHOOL Plymouth | 8.6 mi | — |
| Plymouth South High Plymouth | 9.5 mi | 5.7 |
| 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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Center Elementary Hanover, MA | 8.2 |
| Clinton Elementary Clinton, MA | 8.2 |
| Edith C Baker Chestnut Hill, MA | 8.1 |
| Curley K-8 School Jamaica Plain, MA | 8.3 |
| Alden School Duxbury, MA | 8.0 |
| Hopkins Elementary School Hopkinton, MA | 8.0 |
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 ranks #283 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Wareham Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Wareham Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Wareham Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Wareham Elementary School has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
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
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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
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.1%
- Phone
- (508) 291-3530
Resources & Links
District
Wareham- District Enrollment
- 1,950
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,474
- District Rank
- #1 of 4
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