C+ Top 62%

Atherton Hough School

Grades K-05 QUINCY, MA

Improved 190 spots from last year

#512 State Rank
B+ District Grade
1084 Sea Street, QUINCY, MA 02169
MCAS scores from 2025 Data updated December 2025
256 Students
94.1% Attendance Rate
44.3 Composite Score

MCAS Test Scores

Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System results

English Language Arts

24.7% Proficient or Above
2% Advanced

Mathematics

30% Proficient or Above
4% Advanced

Science

33% Proficient or Above
4% Advanced

Score Trends

Year Subject Grade Proficient+ Advanced
2025 English Language Arts 03 24% 0%
2025 English Language Arts 04 22% 0%
2025 English Language Arts 05 28% 2%
2025 Mathematics 03 41% 6%
2025 Mathematics 04 25% 0%
2025 Mathematics 05 24% 2%
2025 Science 05 33% 4%
2024 English Language Arts 03 24% 0%
2024 English Language Arts 04 26% 2%
2024 English Language Arts 05 16% 3%
2024 Mathematics 03 16% 0%
2024 Mathematics 04 35% 2%
2024 Mathematics 05 24% 3%
2024 Science 05 30% 0%
2023 English Language Arts 03 39% 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

256 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

White 64.8%
Asian 10.5%
Multiracial 8.6%
Hispanic 8.2%
Black 7.4%

Gender

61.7% Male
38.3% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 15.2%
Special Education 40.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch 31.6%

School Performance

Key metrics and program information

Attendance

94.1% Attendance Rate
16.9% Chronic Absence

Staffing

Location

1084 Sea Street, QUINCY, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Atherton Hough School's grade rating?

Atherton Hough School has earned a grade of C+, ranked #512 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 62% of Massachusetts Elementary 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 Atherton Hough School?

Approximately 256 students are enrolled at Atherton Hough School.

How does Atherton Hough School perform on MCAS tests?

Based on the most recent MCAS results, Atherton Hough School's proficiency rates are: English Language Arts (25% proficient), Mathematics (30% proficient), Science (33% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.

What is the attendance rate at Atherton Hough School?

Atherton Hough School has an attendance rate of 94.1%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.

What school district is Atherton Hough School part of?

Atherton Hough School is part of Quincy 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.