Best Harwich Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)

For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 727 students in Harwich, MA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Harwich, MA are Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter School and Harwich Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Harwich, MA public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in Harwich have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Massachusetts public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 47% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Elementary Schools in Harwich, MA (2024-25)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter School
Magnet School
Charter School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
195 Route 137
Harwich, MA 02645
(774) 408-7994
Grades: 6-8
| 250 students
Rank: #22.
Harwich Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
263 South Street
Harwich, MA 02645
(508) 430-7216
Grades: PK-4
| 477 students
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Harwich, Massachusetts Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
204 Sisson Road
Harwich, MA 02645
(508) 430-7212
Grades: 5-8
| 415 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Harwich, MA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Harwich, MA include Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter School and Harwich Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Harwich?
2 public elementary schools are located in Harwich.
What is the racial composition of students in Harwich?
Harwich public elementary schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public elementary schools average of 47% (majority Hispanic).

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