Serving 170 students in grades 4-6, Old Hammondtown ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 170 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Old Hammondtown ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Old Hammondtown's student population of 170 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
170 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Old Hammondtown ranks within the top 20% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Old Hammondtown is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#252 out of 1631 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
41%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%

Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%

Hispanic
7%
25%

Black
1%
10%

White
84%
53%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
35%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Old Hammondtown's ranking?
Old Hammondtown is ranked #252 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Old Hammondtown often compared to?
Old Hammondtownis often viewed alongside schools like Sippican by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Old Hammondtown?
170 students attend Old Hammondtown.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Old Hammondtown students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Old Hammondtown?
Old Hammondtown has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Old Hammondtown offer ?
Old Hammondtown offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Old Hammondtown part of?
Old Hammondtown is part of Mattapoisett School District.
In what neighborhood is Old Hammondtown located?
Old Hammondtown is located in the Mattapoisett Center neighborhood of Mattapoisett, MA. There are 1 other public schools located in Mattapoisett Center.
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