Serving 342 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Hyannis West Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
 - Enrollment: 342 students
 - Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
 - Minority Enrollment: 78%
 - Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
 - Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
 - Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
 - Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
 
Top Rankings
Hyannis West Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Hyannis West Elementary School's student population of 342 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
342 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Mascot
Redhawks
School Rankings
Hyannis West Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hyannis West Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#1354 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
55%
25%
Black
13%
10%
White
22%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Redhawks
 
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hyannis West Elementary School's ranking?
Hyannis West Elementary School is ranked #1354 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Hyannis West Elementary School often compared to?
Hyannis West Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Centerville Elementary School, Marguerite E Small Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Hyannis West Elementary School?
342 students attend Hyannis West Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Hyannis West Elementary School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hyannis West Elementary School?
Hyannis West Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hyannis West Elementary School offer ?
Hyannis West Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hyannis West Elementary School part of?
Hyannis West Elementary School is part of Barnstable School District.
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