Serving 504 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Bennett-hemenway ranks in the top 30% 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 60-64% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 504 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bennett-hemenway ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Bennett-hemenway's student population of 504 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
504 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bennett-hemenway ranks within the top 30% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bennett-hemenway is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#339 out of 1626 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
8%
Hispanic
12%
26%
Black
2%
10%
White
66%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Natick School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bennett-hemenway's ranking?
Bennett-hemenway is ranked #339 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Bennett-hemenway often compared to?
Bennett-hemenwayis often viewed alongside schools like Brown, Lilja Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Bennett-hemenway?
504 students attend Bennett-hemenway.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Bennett-hemenway students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bennett-hemenway?
Bennett-hemenway has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Bennett-hemenway offer ?
Bennett-hemenway offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bennett-hemenway part of?
Bennett-hemenway is part of Natick School District.
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