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Plymouth River

200 High Street
Hingham, MA 02043
10/
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Top 5%
Serving 358 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Plymouth River ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 358 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 14%
  • : Top 5% in MA
  • : 81% (Top 5%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 10%)
  • : 60-69% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Plymouth River ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:

School Overview

Plymouth River's student population of 358 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
358 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers

School Rankings

Plymouth River ranks within the top 5% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Plymouth River is 0.26, 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.
This School
State Level (MA)
#69 out of 1626 schools
(Top 5%)
81%
42%
70-74%
44%
60-69%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
6%
25%
Black
4%
10%
White
86%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.26
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Plymouth River's ranking?
Plymouth River is ranked #69 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Plymouth River often compared to?
Plymouth Riveris often viewed alongside schools like South Elementary School, East Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Plymouth River?
358 students attend Plymouth River.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Plymouth River students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Plymouth River?
Plymouth River has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Plymouth River offer ?
Plymouth River offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Plymouth River part of?
Plymouth River is part of Hingham School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 358 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 14%
  • : Top 5%
  • : 81% (Top 5%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 10%)
  • : 60-69% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

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