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Winthrop School

Elementary School · Hamilton-Wenham

325 Bay Rd, South Hamilton, MA 01982

Enrollment

331

Student-Teacher

12.3:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#955 of 1,793

In South Hamilton

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#4 of 5

Hamilton-Wenham

School environment

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Winthrop School

6.1/10

Elementary School in South Hamilton · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.4/10

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9.1/10

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About Winthrop School

Winthrop School is a public elementary school in South Hamilton, MA, part of Hamilton-Wenham. Winthrop School serves approximately 331 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Winthrop School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #955 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Winthrop School show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.8 pts below district
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • District avg 6.9
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.7Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-2.83 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.9Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency64.7% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency53.3% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+22.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+10.7 pts
Overall Proficiency59% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)58% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+0.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile69th
Resources & Environment9.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,969
Chronic Absenteeism5.1%

Winthrop School — Students at Winthrop School score 59% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 65.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 69.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.6% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 82 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2015
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2016
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2018
Math
71.3%
ELA
79.3%
2019
Math
78.8%
ELA
74%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
72%
2021*
Math
43%
ELA
70%
2022
Math
62.5%
ELA
59.8%
2023
Math
63%
ELA
68.3%
2024
Math
51%
ELA
59.3%
2025
Math
64.7%
ELA
53.3%

* 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: 3.7/10.

How Winthrop School Compares

See how Winthrop School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.1/10
47th percentile in MA
Academic
7.9/10
Very Good
Growth
3.7/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.5/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
5.1%

Location

325 Bay Rd, South Hamilton, MA 01982

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Winthrop School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bessie Buker Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Wenham), which scores notably higher. Another option is North Beverly Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Beverly), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Centerville Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Beverly), which scores notably higher. For more schools in South Hamilton, see our South Hamilton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Cutler School South Hamilton 0.6 mi 5.4
Bessie Buker Elementary Wenham 0.8 mi 9.1
Hamilton-Wenham Regional High South Hamilton 1.5 mi 8.7
Miles River Middle Hamilton 1.6 mi 8.6
PINGREE SCHOOL South Hamilton 2.0 mi 7.2
THE ACADEMY AT PENGUIN HALL Wenham 1.8 mi 5.8
North Beverly Elementary Beverly 2.3 mi 8.3
WALDORF SCHOOL AT MORAINE FARM Beverly 2.5 mi 7.1
Centerville Elementary Beverly 2.8 mi 8.3
NORTH SHORE RECOVERY HIGH SCHOOL Beverly 3.1 mi 6.1
Hannah Elementary Beverly 3.2 mi 7.2
HOPEFUL JOURNEYS EDUCATIONAL CENTER Beverly 3.1 mi 8.2
SHORE COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Beverly 3.2 mi 7.6
HARBORLIGHT MONTESSORI Beverly 3.3 mi 7.4
THE SAINTS ACADEMY Beverly 3.2 mi 4.7
Beverly High Beverly 3.4 mi 6.0
WARING SCHOOL Beverly 3.3 mi 6.8
Beverly Middle School Beverly 3.4 mi 6.6
NEW ENGLAND ACADEMY Beverly 3.1 mi 5.7
McKeown School Beverly 3.6 mi 5.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01982 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$127,137

Median Home Value

$688,500

Median Rent

$1,746/mo

Population

7,646

College Educated

68.6%

Homeownership

83.1%

Avg Commute

34.3 min

Poverty Rate

6.1%

Median Age

43.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Winthrop School

What grades does Winthrop School serve?

Winthrop School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Winthrop School?

Winthrop School has an enrollment of approximately 331 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Winthrop School?

The student-teacher ratio at Winthrop School is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Winthrop School rank in MA?

Winthrop School ranks #955 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Winthrop School's MySchoolScout rating?

Winthrop School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Winthrop School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Winthrop School has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Winthrop School a charter school?

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

Is Winthrop School a Title I school?

No, Winthrop School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
59 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
331
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Essex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
5.1%

District

Hamilton-Wenham
District Enrollment
1,665
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,969
District Rank
#4 of 5

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