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#586 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 33% in state

West Villages Elementary School

Elementary School · Barnstable

760 Osterville-West Barnstable, Marstons Mills, MA 02648

Enrollment

399

Student-Teacher

12.9:1

Score

7.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#586 of 1,793

In district

#2 of 9

Barnstable

Academic performance

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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West Villages Elementary School

7.1/10

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

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About West Villages Elementary School

West Villages Elementary School is a public elementary school in Marstons Mills, MA, part of Barnstable. West Villages Elementary School serves approximately 399 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-3rd, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. West Villages Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #586 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for West Villages Elementary School show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.3 pts above district
  • This school 7.1 · Very Good
  • District avg 5.8
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.5Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-1.56 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.8Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency64% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency55% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+21.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+12.4 pts
Overall Proficiency60% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)44% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+15.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile81th
Resources & Environment6.0Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,051
Chronic Absenteeism23.1%

West Villages Elementary School — Students at West Villages Elementary School score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 63.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.8% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 65.4% (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
82%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
77%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2015
Math
87%
ELA
72%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2018
Math
64.5%
ELA
66.5%
2019
Math
58%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
37.5%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
61%
ELA
57%
2023
Math
58%
ELA
54%
2024
Math
54%
ELA
54%
2025
Math
64%
ELA
55%

* 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: 6.5/10.

How West Villages Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.1/10
67th percentile in MA
Academic
8.8/10
Excellent
Growth
6.5/10
Average
Environment
6.0/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.1%

Location

760 Osterville-West Barnstable, Marstons Mills, MA 02648

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering West Villages Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Oak Ridge (rated 9.0/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby East Sandwich), which scores notably higher. Another option is Barnstable Community Innovation School (rated 8.2/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Hyannis), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Kenneth Coombs School (rated 7.7/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby Mashpee), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Marstons Mills, see our Marstons Mills schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Barnstable United Elementary School Marston Mills 0.2 mi 4.6
FAIR ACRES COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Marstons Mills 0.6 mi
BAYBERRY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Osterville 0.7 mi
CAPE COD ACADEMY Osterville 1.5 mi 5.2
Centerville Elementary Centerville 2.1 mi 6.5
Barnstable Intermediate School Hyannis 3.5 mi 3.5
Barnstable High Hyannis 3.5 mi 4.4
West Barnstable Elementary West Barnstable 4.0 mi 5.2
Enoch Cobb Early Learning Center Hyannis 3.7 mi 3.7
Hyannis West Elementary Hyannis 3.8 mi 2.9
RIVERVIEW SCHOOL East Sandwich 5.3 mi 4.6
Oak Ridge East Sandwich 5.3 mi 9.0
Barnstable Community Innovation School Hyannis 4.9 mi 8.2
Sandwich Middle High School East Sandwich 6.2 mi 6.8
ST FRANCIS XAVIER PREP SCHOOL Hyannis 5.3 mi 6.0
Sturgis Charter Public School Hyannis 5.3 mi 7.9
ST JOHN PAUL II SCHOOL Hyannis 5.4 mi 5.7
TRINITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Barnstable 5.7 mi 6.6
Kenneth Coombs School Mashpee 6.2 mi 7.7
Quashnet School Mashpee 6.2 mi 6.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02648 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$131,125

Median Home Value

$580,700

Median Rent

$1,533/mo

Population

7,592

College Educated

39.7%

Homeownership

95.9%

Avg Commute

27.2 min

Poverty Rate

4.2%

Median Age

50.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about West Villages Elementary School

What grades does West Villages Elementary School serve?

West Villages Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.

How many students attend West Villages Elementary School?

West Villages Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 399 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at West Villages Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at West Villages Elementary School is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does West Villages Elementary School rank in MA?

West Villages Elementary School ranks #586 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is West Villages Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

West Villages Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Villages Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, West Villages Elementary School has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is West Villages Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is West Villages Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
13 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
399
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Barnstable County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.1%

District

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

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