A+ Top 8%

Claypit Hill School

Grades K-05 WAYLAND, MA

Moved up 113 places from 2024 to 2025

#63 State Rank
A+ District Grade
40 Adams Lane, WAYLAND, MA 01778
High Attendance 96.2%
Rating sources & methodology MCAS scores from 2025 Data updated September 2026
496 Students
96.2% Attendance Rate
61.3 Composite Score

MCAS score comparisons

Students meeting or exceeding expectations · 2025 results

Each subject shows the average of published grade percentages, without weighting by enrollment. The bars compare available years on a 0–100% scale. Grade coverage and student groups can change between years.

English Language Arts

58% Meeting or exceeding expectations

6.7% exceeding expectations

2023 68% 68%
2024 62% 62%
2025 58% 58%

Mathematics

69.7% Meeting or exceeding expectations

19.3% exceeding expectations

2023 74.3% 74.3%
2024 74% 74%
2025 69.7% 69.7%

Science

72% Meeting or exceeding expectations

24% exceeding expectations

2023 67% 67%
2024 69% 69%
2025 72% 72%
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Available grade results for the latest 3 published years. An em dash means the value was not published.
YearSubjectGradeMeeting+Exceeding
2025English Language Arts03 56%9%
2025English Language Arts04 63%6%
2025English Language Arts05 55%5%
2025Mathematics03 74%20%
2025Mathematics04 63%22%
2025Mathematics05 72%16%
2025Science05 72%24%
2024English Language Arts03 57%6%
2024English Language Arts04 62%7%
2024English Language Arts05 67%13%
2024Mathematics03 64%19%
2024Mathematics04 77%23%
2024Mathematics05 81%15%
2024Science05 69%16%
2023English Language Arts03 62%10%
2023English Language Arts04 75%14%
2023English Language Arts05 67%6%
2023Mathematics03 62%17%
2023Mathematics04 88%33%
2023Mathematics05 73%14%
2023Science05 67%10%

MCAS subject percentages differ from the composite school rating, which combines available academic and school indicators. Letter grades and state ranks compare schools at the same level. A rank change describes relative position, not a percentage-point change in test scores. Read the rating methodology.

Student Demographics

496 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

White 65.9%
Asian 12.5%
Multiracial 10.3%
Hispanic 7.9%
Black 3.4%

Gender

51.4% Male
48.6% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 2.2%
Special Education 21.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch 8.5%

School Performance

Key metrics and program information

Attendance

96.2% Attendance Rate
5% Chronic Absence

Staffing

Location

40 Adams Lane, WAYLAND, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Claypit Hill School's grade rating?

Claypit Hill School has earned a grade of A+, ranked #63 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 8% 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 Claypit Hill School?

Approximately 496 students are enrolled at Claypit Hill School.

How does Claypit Hill School perform on MCAS tests?

Based on the most recent MCAS results, Claypit Hill School's proficiency rates are: English Language Arts (58% proficient), Mathematics (70% proficient), Science (72% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.

What is the attendance rate at Claypit Hill School?

Claypit Hill School has an attendance rate of 96.2%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.

What school district is Claypit Hill School part of?

Claypit Hill School is part of Wayland 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.