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Wellfleet Elementary
Elementary School · Wellfleet
100 Lawrence Road, Wellfleet, MA 02667
Enrollment
91
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
91
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,227 of 1,793
School environment
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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Wellfleet Elementary
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About Wellfleet Elementary
Wellfleet Elementary is a public elementary school in Wellfleet, MA, part of Wellfleet. Wellfleet Elementary serves approximately 91 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 7.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Wellfleet Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,227 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Wellfleet Elementary show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 91 students, Wellfleet Elementary 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.
At 7.6:1 students to teachers, Wellfleet Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Wellfleet Elementary — Students at Wellfleet Elementary score 45% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 76 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: 2.8/10.
How Wellfleet Elementary Compares
See how Wellfleet Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
100 Lawrence Road, Wellfleet, MA 02667
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wellfleet Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Chatham Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 17.9 miles away, in nearby Chatham), which scores notably higher. Another option is Truro Central (rated 8.7/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby Truro), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Orleans Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 11.2 miles away, in nearby Orleans), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Wellfleet, see our Wellfleet schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 20.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Truro Central Truro | 5.8 mi | 8.7 |
| Nauset Regional High North Eastham | 6.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Eastham Elementary Eastham | 7.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Nauset Regional Middle Orleans | 11.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Orleans Elementary Orleans | 11.2 mi | 8.6 |
| Eddy Elementary Brewster | 12.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Stony Brook Elementary Brewster | 12.9 mi | 8.0 |
| LATHAM SCHOOL Brewster | 13.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Provincetown Schools Provincetown | 11.5 mi | 4.7 |
| THE LAUREL SCHOOL Brewster | 14.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter School East Harwich | 15.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Cape Cod Region Vocational Technical Harwich | 16.2 mi | 8.3 |
| Monomoy Regional Middle School Chatham | 17.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Monomoy Regional High School Harwich | 17.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Chatham Elementary School Chatham | 17.9 mi | 8.9 |
| Harwich Elementary School Harwich | 18.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Ezra H Baker Innovation School West Dennis | 20.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Dennis-Yarmouth Middle School South Yarmouth | 20.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Dennis-Yarmouth Intermediate School South Yarmouth | 20.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Station Avenue Elementary South Yarmouth | 20.2 mi | 8.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02667 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$115,469
Median Home Value
$760,000
Median Rent
$1,200/mo
Population
3,925
College Educated
56.2%
Homeownership
81.8%
Poverty Rate
7.1%
Median Age
55.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wellfleet Elementary
What grades does Wellfleet Elementary serve?
Wellfleet Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Wellfleet Elementary?
Wellfleet Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 91 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wellfleet Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Wellfleet Elementary is 7.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Wellfleet Elementary rank in MA?
Wellfleet Elementary ranks #1,227 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Wellfleet Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Wellfleet Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Wellfleet Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Wellfleet Elementary has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Wellfleet Elementary a charter school?
No, Wellfleet Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Wellfleet Elementary a Title I school?
No, Wellfleet Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 91
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Barnstable County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 29.7%
- Phone
- (508) 349-3101
Resources & Links
District
Wellfleet- District Enrollment
- 91
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $40,194
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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