Excellent
#225 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 13% in state
Bates
Elementary School · Salem
53 Liberty Hill Avenue, Salem, MA 01970
Enrollment
397
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
397
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#225 of 1,793
In Salem
#1 of 11
public schools
In district
#1 of 10
Salem
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Bates
Elementary School in Salem · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Bates
Bates is a public elementary school in Salem, MA, part of Salem. Bates serves approximately 397 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Bates has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #225 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Bates show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- District avg 6.2
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Bates — Students at Bates score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 82 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: 9.4/10.
How Bates Compares
See how Bates performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
53 Liberty Hill Avenue, Salem, MA 01970
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bates may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ayers/Ryal Side School (rated 8.5/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Beverly), with a very similar rating. Another option is Bentley Academy Innovation School (rated 7.5/10, 1.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Witchcraft Heights (rated 7.3/10, 1.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Salem, see our Salem schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Thomas Carroll Peabody | 0.6 mi | 3.4 |
| BISHOP FENWICK HIGH SCHOOL Peabody | 0.7 mi | 5.3 |
| THE PHOENIX SCHOOL Salem | 1.0 mi | — |
| Carlton Salem | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Salem Prep High School Salem | 1.1 mi | — |
| New Liberty Innovation School Salem | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Collins Middle Salem | 1.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Witchcraft Heights Salem | 1.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Ayers/Ryal Side School Beverly | 1.4 mi | 8.5 |
| Peabody Personalized Remote Education Program Peabody | 1.3 mi | 2.6 |
| Salem Academy Charter School Salem | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Saltonstall School Salem | 1.6 mi | 4.6 |
| BEVERLY SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF Beverly | 1.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Salem Early Childhood Salem | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Bentley Academy Innovation School Salem | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| ST JOHN THE BAPTIST SCHOOL Peabody | 1.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Horace Mann Laboratory Salem | 1.9 mi | 3.4 |
| Salem High Salem | 2.0 mi | 7.3 |
| William A Welch Sr Peabody | 1.7 mi | 4.4 |
| Riverside Danvers | 2.0 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01970 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,189
Median Home Value
$497,500
Median Rent
$1,800/mo
Population
44,115
College Educated
49.7%
Homeownership
51.3%
Avg Commute
29.6 min
Poverty Rate
13.7%
Median Age
38.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| General John Nixon Elementary Sudbury, MA | 8.4 |
| Hollis Braintree, MA | 8.4 |
| Mary E Flaherty School Braintree, MA | 8.4 |
| Michael Driscoll Brookline, MA | 8.4 |
| West Somerville Neighborhood Somerville, MA | 8.4 |
| Alice M Barrows Reading, MA | 8.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bates
What grades does Bates serve?
Bates serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Bates?
Bates has an enrollment of approximately 397 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bates?
The student-teacher ratio at Bates 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 Bates rank in MA?
Bates ranks #225 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Bates's MySchoolScout rating?
Bates has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Bates?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bates has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Bates a charter school?
No, Bates is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bates a Title I school?
No, Bates is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 397
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.1%
- Phone
- (978) 740-1250
Resources & Links
District
Salem- District Enrollment
- 3,811
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,741
- District Rank
- #1 of 10
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