B+ Top 33%

Halifax Elementary School

Grades K-06 HALIFAX, MA

Dropped 102 spots from last year

#276 State Rank
C+ District Grade
464 Plymouth Street, HALIFAX, MA 02338
MCAS scores from 2025 Data updated December 2025
531 Students
93.7% Attendance Rate
51.6 Composite Score

MCAS Test Scores

Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System results

English Language Arts

62.5% Proficient or Above
14.5% Advanced

Mathematics

52.8% Proficient or Above
5.5% Advanced

Science

57% Proficient or Above
9% Advanced

Score Trends

Year Subject Grade Proficient+ Advanced
2025 English Language Arts 03 69% 20%
2025 English Language Arts 04 63% 20%
2025 English Language Arts 05 57% 3%
2025 English Language Arts 06 61% 15%
2025 Mathematics 03 65% 12%
2025 Mathematics 04 45% 8%
2025 Mathematics 05 58% 1%
2025 Mathematics 06 43% 1%
2025 Science 05 57% 9%
2024 English Language Arts 03 73% 18%
2024 English Language Arts 04 46% 7%
2024 English Language Arts 05 46% 7%
2024 English Language Arts 06 55% 17%
2024 Mathematics 03 69% 18%
2024 Mathematics 04 51% 1%

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

531 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

White 91.3%
Hispanic 4.7%
Black 1.9%
Multiracial 1.9%

Gender

54.6% Male
45.4% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 1.1%
Special Education 23.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch 25.2%

School Performance

Key metrics and program information

Attendance

93.7% Attendance Rate
17% Chronic Absence

Staffing

Location

464 Plymouth Street, HALIFAX, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Halifax Elementary School's grade rating?

Halifax Elementary School has earned a grade of B+, ranked #276 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 33% of Massachusetts Combined schools. This rating is based on 2025 MCAS test scores, attendance rates, and other performance metrics from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.

How many students attend Halifax Elementary School?

Approximately 531 students are enrolled at Halifax Elementary School.

How does Halifax Elementary School perform on MCAS tests?

Based on the most recent MCAS results, Halifax Elementary School's proficiency rates are: English Language Arts (62% proficient), Mathematics (53% proficient), Science (57% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.

What is the attendance rate at Halifax Elementary School?

Halifax Elementary School has an attendance rate of 93.7%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.

What school district is Halifax Elementary School part of?

Halifax Elementary School is part of Halifax School District. For enrollment information, contact the district office or visit the school's website. Enrollment typically requires proof of residency within the district boundaries.

How are Massachusetts school ratings calculated?

School ratings are calculated using multiple data points from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE), including MCAS test scores (proficiency and growth), attendance rates, graduation rates (for high schools), and student-teacher ratios. Schools are ranked by percentile against similar schools statewide.