Serving 579 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Maria Hastings ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher 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 71% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 579 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maria Hastings ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Maria Hastings's student population of 579 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
579 students
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
Campus Size
100 acres
School Motto
Joy in learning; curiosity in life; and compassion in all we do.
School Rankings
Maria Hastings ranks within the top 5% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Maria Hastings is 0.66, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#42 out of 1626 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
Asian
50%
8%
Hispanic
7%
26%
Black
5%
10%
White
29%
51%
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.4%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maria Hastings's ranking?
Maria Hastings is ranked #42 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Maria Hastings often compared to?
Maria Hastingsis often viewed alongside schools like Bridge by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Maria Hastings?
579 students attend Maria Hastings.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Maria Hastings students are Asian, 29% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Maria Hastings?
Maria Hastings has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Maria Hastings offer ?
Maria Hastings offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Maria Hastings part of?
Maria Hastings is part of Lexington School District.
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