Excellent
#198 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 11% in state
Ayers/ryal Side School
Elementary School · Beverly
40 Woodland Avenue, Beverly, MA 01915
Enrollment
388
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
388
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#198 of 1,793
In Beverly
#1 of 8
public schools
In district
#1 of 8
Beverly
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Ayers/ryal Side School
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About Ayers/ryal Side School
Ayers/ryal Side School is a public elementary school in Beverly, MA, part of Beverly. Ayers/ryal Side School serves approximately 388 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Ayers/ryal Side School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #198 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Ayers/ryal Side School show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- District avg 7.4
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Ayers/ryal Side School — Students at Ayers/ryal Side School score 63% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 58 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: 9.7/10.
How Ayers/ryal Side School Compares
See how Ayers/ryal Side School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
40 Woodland Avenue, Beverly, MA 01915
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ayers/ryal Side School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bates (rated 8.4/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Salem), with a very similar rating. Another option is North Beverly Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 2.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Bentley Academy Innovation School (rated 7.5/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Salem), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Beverly, see our Beverly schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BEVERLY SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF Beverly | 0.4 mi | 6.7 |
| McKeown School Beverly | 0.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Beverly Middle School Beverly | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Beverly High Beverly | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| MRS ALEXANDER'S SCHOOL Beverly | 0.9 mi | — |
| SHORE COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Beverly | 1.2 mi | 7.6 |
| THE SAINTS ACADEMY Beverly | 1.2 mi | 4.7 |
| HOPEFUL JOURNEYS EDUCATIONAL CENTER Beverly | 1.2 mi | 8.2 |
| Carlton Salem | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
| NORTH SHORE RECOVERY HIGH SCHOOL Beverly | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Bates Salem | 1.4 mi | 8.4 |
| Salem Early Childhood Salem | 1.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Bentley Academy Innovation School Salem | 1.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Hannah Elementary Beverly | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| HARBORLIGHT MONTESSORI Beverly | 1.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Salem Prep High School Salem | 2.0 mi | — |
| New Liberty Innovation School Salem | 2.0 mi | 6.1 |
| BISHOP FENWICK HIGH SCHOOL Peabody | 1.6 mi | 5.3 |
| North Beverly Elementary Beverly | 2.0 mi | 8.3 |
| WALDORF SCHOOL AT MORAINE FARM Beverly | 2.1 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01915 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$102,347
Median Home Value
$619,600
Median Rent
$1,684/mo
Population
41,656
College Educated
51.4%
Homeownership
59.4%
Avg Commute
29.8 min
Poverty Rate
10.1%
Median Age
38.9
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Broadmeadow Needham, MA | 8.5 |
| George R Martin Seekonk, MA | 8.5 |
| Liberty Braintree, MA | 8.5 |
| M Norcross Stratton Arlington, MA | 8.5 |
| Mary A. Dryden Veterans Memorial School Springfield, MA | 8.5 |
| Mendell Elementary School Roxbury, MA | 8.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ayers/ryal Side School
What grades does Ayers/ryal Side School serve?
Ayers/ryal Side School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Ayers/ryal Side School?
Ayers/ryal Side School has an enrollment of approximately 388 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ayers/ryal Side School?
The student-teacher ratio at Ayers/ryal Side School is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ayers/ryal Side School rank in MA?
Ayers/ryal Side School ranks #198 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Ayers/ryal Side School's MySchoolScout rating?
Ayers/ryal Side School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 Ayers/ryal Side School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ayers/ryal Side School has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Ayers/ryal Side School a charter school?
No, Ayers/ryal Side School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ayers/ryal Side School a Title I school?
No, Ayers/ryal Side School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 388
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.1%
- Phone
- (978) 921-6116
Resources & Links
District
Beverly- District Enrollment
- 4,502
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,051
- District Rank
- #1 of 8
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