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West Barnstable Elementary

Elementary School · Barnstable

2463 Main St Route 6A, West Barnstable, MA 02668

Enrollment

253

Student-Teacher

10.5:1

Score

5.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,250 of 1,793

In district

#4 of 9

Barnstable

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West Barnstable Elementary

5.2/10

Elementary School in West Barnstable · grades Kindergarten – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Barnstable Intermediate School

3.5/10

2.8 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

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4.4/10

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About West Barnstable Elementary

West Barnstable Elementary is a public elementary school in West Barnstable, MA, part of Barnstable. West Barnstable Elementary serves approximately 253 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-3rd, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. West Barnstable Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,250 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for West Barnstable Elementary show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • District avg 5.8
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.0Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-2.2 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.0Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency34% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency34% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-8.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-8.6 pts
Overall Proficiency34% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)44% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-10.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile31th
Resources & Environment5.8Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,051
Chronic Absenteeism30%

West Barnstable Elementary — Students at West Barnstable Elementary score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 48.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.8% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 54.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
46.1% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 42 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
57%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
74.5%
ELA
84.5%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2015
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
47.5%
ELA
51.5%
2019
Math
48%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
15%
ELA
44.5%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
46.3%
2022
Math
43.3%
ELA
46.8%
2023
Math
46%
ELA
48%
2024
Math
30%
ELA
35%
2025
Math
34%
ELA
34%

* 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: 5.0/10.

How West Barnstable Elementary Compares

See how West Barnstable Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.2/10
30th percentile in MA
Academic
5.0/10
Average
Growth
5.0/10
Average
Environment
5.8/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
30.0%

Location

2463 Main St Route 6A, West Barnstable, MA 02668

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering West Barnstable Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Station Avenue Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 6.8 miles away, in nearby South Yarmouth), which scores notably higher. Another option is Barnstable Community Innovation School (rated 8.2/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Hyannis), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Marguerite E Small Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby West Yarmouth), which scores notably higher. For more schools in West Barnstable, see our West Barnstable schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Barnstable Intermediate School Hyannis 2.8 mi 3.5
Barnstable High Hyannis 3.1 mi 4.4
TRINITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Barnstable 2.5 mi 6.6
Enoch Cobb Early Learning Center Hyannis 3.4 mi 3.7
Hyannis West Elementary Hyannis 3.4 mi 2.9
Barnstable Community Innovation School Hyannis 3.5 mi 8.2
Centerville Elementary Centerville 3.8 mi 6.5
Sturgis Charter Public School Hyannis 3.9 mi 7.9
ST FRANCIS XAVIER PREP SCHOOL Hyannis 4.1 mi 6.0
ST JOHN PAUL II SCHOOL Hyannis 4.1 mi 5.7
West Villages Elementary School Marstons Mills 4.0 mi 7.1
Barnstable United Elementary School Marston Mills 4.1 mi 4.6
FAIR ACRES COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Marstons Mills 4.0 mi
BAYBERRY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Osterville 4.3 mi
Marguerite E Small Elementary West Yarmouth 4.5 mi 7.4
CAPE COD ACADEMY Osterville 5.1 mi 5.2
RIVERVIEW SCHOOL East Sandwich 5.4 mi 4.6
Dennis-Yarmouth Middle School South Yarmouth 6.8 mi 6.0
Dennis-Yarmouth Intermediate School South Yarmouth 6.8 mi 6.5
Station Avenue Elementary South Yarmouth 6.8 mi 8.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02668 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$108,042

Median Home Value

$622,100

Population

2,514

College Educated

47.4%

Homeownership

85.3%

Poverty Rate

2.7%

Median Age

40.4

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Beechwood Knoll Elementary Quincy, MA 5.2
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Hardwick Elementary Gilbertville, MA 5.2
Malcolm White Woburn, MA 5.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about West Barnstable Elementary

What grades does West Barnstable Elementary serve?

West Barnstable Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.

How many students attend West Barnstable Elementary?

West Barnstable Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 253 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at West Barnstable Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at West Barnstable Elementary is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does West Barnstable Elementary rank in MA?

West Barnstable Elementary ranks #1,250 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is West Barnstable Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

West Barnstable Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 West Barnstable Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, West Barnstable Elementary has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is West Barnstable Elementary a charter school?

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

Is West Barnstable Elementary a Title I school?

No, West Barnstable Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
9 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
22 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
19 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
253
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Barnstable County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
30.0%

District

Barnstable
District Enrollment
4,817
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,051
District Rank
#4 of 9

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