Excellent
#265 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 15% in state
Wm L Foster Elementary
Elementary School · Hingham
55 Downer Avenue, Hingham, MA 02043
Enrollment
391
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
391
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#265 of 1,793
In Hingham
#6 of 6
public schools
In district
#6 of 6
Hingham
Equity
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Wm L Foster Elementary
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About Wm L Foster Elementary
Wm L Foster Elementary is a public elementary school in Hingham, MA, part of Hingham. Wm L Foster Elementary serves approximately 391 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Wm L Foster Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #265 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Wm L Foster Elementary show 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- District avg 8.7
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Wm L Foster Elementary — Students at Wm L Foster Elementary score 76% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 82 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 7.4/10.
How Wm L Foster Elementary Compares
See how Wm L Foster Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
55 Downer Avenue, Hingham, MA 02043
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wm L Foster Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Plymouth River (rated 9.5/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lillian M Jacobs (rated 8.9/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Hull), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, East Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Hingham, see our Hingham schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DERBY ACADEMY Hingham | 0.5 mi | 6.8 |
| ST PAUL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hingham | 0.9 mi | 4.3 |
| SU ESCUELA LANGUAGE ACADEMY/SELA THE INTERNATIONAL Hingham | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| SOUTH SHORE CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC PRESCHOOL Hingham | 1.4 mi | — |
| Hingham High Hingham | 2.2 mi | 8.3 |
| East Elementary School Hingham | 2.0 mi | 8.7 |
| Lawrence W Pingree Weymouth | 2.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Plymouth River Hingham | 3.0 mi | 9.5 |
| Wessagusset North Weymouth | 2.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Maria Weston Chapman Middle School Weymouth | 2.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Memorial Middle Hull | 3.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Johnson Early Childhood Center Weymouth | 2.6 mi | 4.0 |
| Academy Avenue Weymouth | 3.1 mi | 8.1 |
| Lillian M Jacobs Hull | 3.7 mi | 8.9 |
| Hull High Hull | 3.7 mi | 6.7 |
| South Elementary Hingham | 3.7 mi | 8.5 |
| Atherton Hough Quincy | 3.0 mi | 3.0 |
| Snug Harbor Community School Quincy | 3.3 mi | 4.0 |
| NOTRE DAME ACADEMY Hingham | 4.8 mi | 4.4 |
| William Seach Weymouth | 4.5 mi | 3.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02043 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$181,017
Median Home Value
$1,075,100
Median Rent
$2,452/mo
Population
24,185
College Educated
75.3%
Homeownership
80.3%
Avg Commute
37.9 min
Poverty Rate
3.3%
Median Age
47.6
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Albert S. Woodward Memorial School Southborough, MA | 8.2 |
| Ambrose Elementary Winchester, MA | 8.2 |
| Annie E Fales Westborough, MA | 8.2 |
| Barnstable Community Innovation School Hyannis, MA | 8.2 |
| Bournedale Elementary School Bournedale, MA | 8.2 |
| Brackett Arlington, MA | 8.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wm L Foster Elementary
What grades does Wm L Foster Elementary serve?
Wm L Foster Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Wm L Foster Elementary?
Wm L Foster Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 391 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wm L Foster Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Wm L Foster Elementary is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Wm L Foster Elementary rank in MA?
Wm L Foster Elementary ranks #265 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Wm L Foster Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Wm L Foster Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Wm L Foster Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Wm L Foster Elementary has 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Wm L Foster Elementary a charter school?
No, Wm L Foster Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Wm L Foster Elementary a Title I school?
No, Wm L Foster Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 391
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Plymouth County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 7.2%
- Phone
- (781) 741-1520
Resources & Links
District
Hingham- District Enrollment
- 3,707
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,474
- District Rank
- #6 of 6
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