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Arthur D Healey
Elementary School · Somerville
5 Meacham Street, Somerville, MA 02145
Enrollment
486
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
486
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#998 of 1,793
In Somerville
#7 of 10
public schools
In district
#7 of 10
Somerville
School environment
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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Arthur D Healey
Elementary School in Somerville · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Arthur D Healey
Arthur D Healey is a public elementary school in Somerville, MA, part of Somerville. Arthur D Healey serves approximately 486 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Arthur D Healey has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #998 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Arthur D Healey show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- District avg 6.8
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Arthur D Healey — Students at Arthur D Healey score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 130 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 6.2/10.
How Arthur D Healey Compares
See how Arthur D Healey performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5 Meacham Street, Somerville, MA 02145
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Arthur D Healey may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Maria L. Baldwin (rated 9.9/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Cambridge), which scores notably higher. Another option is John M Tobin (rated 9.5/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Cambridge), which scores notably higher. Additionally, John F Kennedy (rated 8.9/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Somerville, see our Somerville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Winter Hill Community Somerville | 0.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Missituk Elementary School Medford | 0.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Somerville High Somerville | 0.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Next Wave Junior High Somerville | 0.7 mi | — |
| Full Circle High School Somerville | 0.7 mi | 4.2 |
| John J. McGlynn Middle School Medford | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| John J McGlynn Elementary School Medford | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Curtis-Tufts Medford | 0.7 mi | — |
| E Somerville Community Somerville | 0.9 mi | 4.5 |
| Madeleine Dugger Andrews Medford | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| ST THERESA SCHOOL Somerville | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Capuano Early Childhood Center Somerville | 1.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Albert F. Argenziano School at Lincoln Park Somerville | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Benjamin G Brown Somerville | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| John F Kennedy Somerville | 1.2 mi | 8.9 |
| Milton Fuller Roberts Medford | 1.7 mi | 5.1 |
| King Open Cambridge | 1.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Cambridge Street Upper School Cambridge | 1.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Maria L. Baldwin Cambridge | 1.5 mi | 9.9 |
| John M Tobin Cambridge | 1.9 mi | 9.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02145 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$119,167
Median Home Value
$784,900
Median Rent
$2,377/mo
Population
27,929
College Educated
55.3%
Homeownership
34.3%
Avg Commute
31.8 min
Poverty Rate
10.7%
Median Age
33.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Benjamin J Phelps Agawam, MA | 6.0 |
| Fisher Hill School Orange, MA | 6.0 |
| Francis J Kane Marlborough, MA | 6.0 |
| Glenwood Springfield, MA | 6.0 |
| Indian Brook Plymouth, MA | 6.0 |
| James Fitzgerald Elementary School Waltham, MA | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Arthur D Healey
What grades does Arthur D Healey serve?
Arthur D Healey serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Arthur D Healey?
Arthur D Healey has an enrollment of approximately 486 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Arthur D Healey?
The student-teacher ratio at Arthur D Healey is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Arthur D Healey rank in MA?
Arthur D Healey ranks #998 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Arthur D Healey's MySchoolScout rating?
Arthur D Healey has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Arthur D Healey?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Arthur D Healey has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Arthur D Healey a charter school?
No, Arthur D Healey is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Arthur D Healey a Title I school?
No, Arthur D Healey is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 486
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 29.4%
- Phone
- (617) 629-5420
Resources & Links
District
Somerville- District Enrollment
- 4,927
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $29,645
- District Rank
- #7 of 10
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