Overview

Bessie Buker Elementary School is a public school in Wenham, MA. It is one of 3 elementary schools in Hamilton-Wenham School District.

School Rating

Bessie Buker Elementary School is performing above average compared to public and charter schools in Massachusetts with the same grade levels.
7/10
GreatSchools Rating

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ACADEMICS

Test Scores

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STUDENT LIFE

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About the School

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Neighborhood

1 School Street
Wenham, MA 01984
School leader: Mr Ben Schersten
(978) 468-5324
(978) 468-5329
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School attendance zone
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