Below Average
#1542 of 1,793 schools in MA
A. C. Whelan Elementary School
Elementary School · Revere
107 Newhall Street, Revere, MA 02151
Enrollment
684
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
684
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,542 of 1,793
In Revere
#3 of 11
public schools
In district
#3 of 11
Revere
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A. C. Whelan Elementary School
Elementary School in Revere · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About A. C. Whelan Elementary School
A. C. Whelan Elementary School is a public elementary school in Revere, MA, part of Revere.
A. C. Whelan Elementary School serves approximately 684 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio.
A. C. Whelan Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,542 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for A. C. Whelan Elementary School show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 4.4
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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A. C. Whelan Elementary School — Students at A. C. Whelan Elementary School score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 82 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.8/10.
How A. C. Whelan Elementary School Compares
See how A. C. Whelan Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
107 Newhall Street, Revere, MA 02151
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering A. C. Whelan Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. William A Berkowitz Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Chelsea), which scores notably higher. Another option is Edgar A Hooks Elementary (rated 6.6/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Chelsea), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Linden (rated 6.0/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Malden), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Revere, see our Revere schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Susan B. Anthony Middle School Revere | 0.0 mi | 4.0 |
| Staff Sargent James J. Hill Elementary School Revere | 0.7 mi | 3.7 |
| Abraham Lincoln Revere | 0.6 mi | 3.7 |
| Revere High Revere | 0.8 mi | 4.2 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION Revere | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Rumney Marsh Academy Revere | 0.9 mi | 4.1 |
| Linden Malden | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Chelsea Virtual Learning Academy Chelsea | 1.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Webster School Everett | 1.1 mi | 3.4 |
| William A Berkowitz Elementary Chelsea | 1.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Edgar A Hooks Elementary Chelsea | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| George F. Kelly Elementary Chelsea | 1.4 mi | 3.1 |
| Frank M Sokolowski Elementary Chelsea | 1.4 mi | 4.8 |
| Everett High Everett | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| Paul Revere Revere | 1.3 mi | 4.0 |
| Clark Avenue School Chelsea | 1.7 mi | 4.3 |
| George Keverian School Everett | 1.4 mi | 3.3 |
| MALDEN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Malden | 1.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Chelsea High Chelsea | 1.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Chelsea Opportunity Academy Chelsea | 1.7 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02151 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,948
Median Home Value
$566,200
Median Rent
$1,964/mo
Population
59,949
College Educated
24.7%
Homeownership
50.1%
Avg Commute
35.1 min
Poverty Rate
12.4%
Median Age
39.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Arthur T. Cummings Elementary School Winthrop, MA | 4.4 |
| Pawtucketville Memorial Lowell, MA | 4.4 |
| THE PARK SCHOOL Brookline, MA | 4.4 |
| Tyngsborough Elementary Tyngsborough, MA | 4.4 |
| Wire Village School Spencer, MA | 4.4 |
| Young Achievers K-8 School Mattapan, MA | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about A. C. Whelan Elementary School
What grades does A. C. Whelan Elementary School serve?
A. C. Whelan Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend A. C. Whelan Elementary School?
A. C. Whelan Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 684 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at A. C. Whelan Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at A. C. Whelan Elementary School is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does A. C. Whelan Elementary School rank in MA?
A. C. Whelan Elementary School ranks #1,542 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is A. C. Whelan Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
A. C. Whelan Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at A. C. Whelan Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, A. C. Whelan Elementary School has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is A. C. Whelan Elementary School a charter school?
No, A. C. Whelan Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is A. C. Whelan Elementary School a Title I school?
No, A. C. Whelan Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 684
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 59
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.8%
- Phone
- (781) 388-7510
Resources & Links
District
Revere- District Enrollment
- 7,344
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,554
- District Rank
- #3 of 11
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