Needs Improvement
#1689 of 1,793 schools in MA
William Seach
Elementary School · Weymouth
770 Middle Street, Weymouth, MA 02188
Enrollment
384
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
384
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,689 of 1,793
In Weymouth
#8 of 8
public schools
In district
#11 of 11
Weymouth
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About William Seach
William Seach is a public elementary school in Weymouth, MA, part of Weymouth. William Seach serves approximately 384 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. William Seach has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,689 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for William Seach show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.1
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
36% of students at William Seach were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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William Seach — Students at William Seach score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 72 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: 4.2/10.
How William Seach Compares
See how William Seach performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
770 Middle Street, Weymouth, MA 02188
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering William Seach may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Plymouth River (rated 9.5/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Hingham), which scores notably higher. Another option is Liberty (rated 8.5/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Braintree), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Academy Avenue (rated 8.1/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Weymouth, see our Weymouth schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Weymouth High School Weymouth | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| FIRST BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Weymouth | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Thomas V Nash Weymouth | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Frederick C Murphy Weymouth | 1.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Ralph Talbot South Weymouth | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Academy Avenue Weymouth | 1.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Maria Weston Chapman Middle School Weymouth | 1.8 mi | 6.6 |
| SOUTH SHORE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Weymouth | 1.6 mi | 8.3 |
| Lawrence W Pingree Weymouth | 1.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Thomas W. Hamilton Primary School South Weymouth | 2.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Archie T Morrison Braintree | 2.0 mi | 6.4 |
| FUSION HINGHAM Hingham | 2.2 mi | — |
| Johnson Early Childhood Center Weymouth | 3.0 mi | 4.0 |
| Plymouth River Hingham | 2.4 mi | 9.5 |
| OLD COLONY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Hingham | 2.4 mi | 5.3 |
| SOUTH SHORE CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC PRESCHOOL Hingham | 3.1 mi | — |
| East Middle School Braintree | 2.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Wessagusset North Weymouth | 3.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Liberty Braintree | 2.6 mi | 8.5 |
| Donald Ross Braintree | 3.1 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02188 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$102,236
Median Home Value
$542,900
Median Rent
$1,859/mo
Population
15,396
College Educated
39.5%
Homeownership
60.9%
Avg Commute
34.9 min
Poverty Rate
7.2%
Median Age
45.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| John J Shaughnessy Lowell, MA | 3.6 |
| South Street Early Learning Center Fitchburg, MA | 3.6 |
| A Drewicz Elementary Lynn, MA | 3.5 |
| Balch Norwood, MA | 3.7 |
| Bowe Chicopee, MA | 3.5 |
| Brophy Framingham, MA | 3.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about William Seach
What grades does William Seach serve?
William Seach serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend William Seach?
William Seach has an enrollment of approximately 384 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at William Seach?
The student-teacher ratio at William Seach is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does William Seach rank in MA?
William Seach ranks #1,689 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is William Seach's MySchoolScout rating?
William Seach has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 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 William Seach?
Based on loaded state assessment records, William Seach has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is William Seach a charter school?
No, William Seach is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is William Seach a Title I school?
No, William Seach is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 384
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Norfolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.9%
- Phone
- (781) 335-7589
Resources & Links
District
Weymouth- District Enrollment
- 5,641
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,436
- District Rank
- #11 of 11
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