A+ Top 7%

Wm. L. Foster Elementary School

Grades PK-05 HINGHAM, MA

Dropped 9 spots from last year

#72 State Rank
A District Grade
55 Downer Avenue, HINGHAM, MA 02043
402 Students
74.8 Composite Score

MCAS Test Scores

Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System results

English Language Arts

73% Proficient or Above
9% Advanced

Mathematics

73.3% Proficient or Above
14% Advanced

Science

88% Proficient or Above
25% Advanced

Score Trends

Year Subject Grade Proficient+ Advanced
2025 English Language Arts 03 66% 4%
2025 English Language Arts 04 74% 9%
2025 English Language Arts 05 79% 14%
2025 Mathematics 03 63% 10%
2025 Mathematics 04 74% 18%
2025 Mathematics 05 83% 14%
2025 Science 05 88% 25%
2024 English Language Arts 03 68% 16%
2024 English Language Arts 04 64% 17%
2024 English Language Arts 05 79% 25%
2024 Mathematics 03 65% 13%
2024 Mathematics 04 77% 19%
2024 Mathematics 05 80% 21%
2024 Science 05 84% 34%
2023 English Language Arts 03 67% 10%

MCAS is administered annually to students in grades 3-8 and 10. Scores reflect the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level expectations.

Student Demographics

402 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

White 86.1%
Hispanic 4%
Black 1.5%
Asian 1.5%

Gender

55.5% Male
44.5% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 1.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch 7.5%

Location

55 Downer Avenue, HINGHAM, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Wm. L. Foster Elementary School's letter grade?

Wm. L. Foster Elementary School has earned a letter grade of A+, based on MCAS test scores, attendance, and other performance metrics. This grade represents how the school compares to other Massachusetts Elementary schools.

What grades does Wm. L. Foster Elementary School serve?

Wm. L. Foster Elementary School serves students in grades PK through 05.

Is Wm. L. Foster Elementary School part of a school district?

Yes, Wm. L. Foster Elementary School is part of Hingham School District. The district oversees multiple schools in the area and provides centralized administration, curriculum standards, and support services.

How are school ratings calculated?

School ratings are calculated using multiple factors including MCAS test scores (proficiency and growth), attendance rates, graduation rates (for high schools), and student-teacher ratios. The composite score is then converted to a letter grade based on statewide percentile rankings.