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Beechwood Knoll Elementary

Elementary School · Quincy

225 Fenno Street, Quincy, MA 02170

Enrollment

339

Student-Teacher

14.1:1

Score

5.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,273 of 1,793

In Quincy

#13 of 19

public schools

In district

#13 of 19

Quincy

Academic performance

7.8 / 10

Very Good

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Beechwood Knoll Elementary

5.2/10

Elementary School in Quincy · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Beechwood Knoll Elementary

Beechwood Knoll Elementary is a public elementary school in Quincy, MA, part of Quincy. Beechwood Knoll Elementary serves approximately 339 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Beechwood Knoll Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,273 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Beechwood Knoll Elementary show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • District avg 5.5
  • MA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Beechwood Knoll Elementary sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.3Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-3.07 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.8Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency57.7% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency43.7% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+15.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+1.1 pts
Overall Proficiency51% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+6.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile68th
Resources & Environment6.2Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,369
Chronic Absenteeism7.1%

Beechwood Knoll Elementary — Students at Beechwood Knoll Elementary score 51% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 53.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 57.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.6% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 82 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2018
Math
58%
ELA
70.5%
2019
Math
58.3%
ELA
71%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
35.3%
ELA
50.5%
2022
Math
39.5%
ELA
51%
2023
Math
45%
ELA
44.7%
2024
Math
50.7%
ELA
33.3%
2025
Math
57.7%
ELA
43.7%

* 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: 3.3/10.

How Beechwood Knoll Elementary Compares

See how Beechwood Knoll Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.2/10
29th percentile in MA
Academic
7.8/10
Very Good
Growth
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.2/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
7.1%

Location

225 Fenno Street, Quincy, MA 02170

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Beechwood Knoll Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wollaston School (rated 8.6/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is QUINCY CATHOLIC ACADEMY (rated 7.1/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Montclair (rated 7.0/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Quincy, see our Quincy schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Central Middle Quincy 0.6 mi 6.8
CAMPUS KINDER HAUS Quincy 0.7 mi
Merrymount Quincy 0.7 mi 6.5
THE WOODWARD SCHOOL Quincy 1.0 mi 6.8
Quincy High Quincy 1.1 mi 5.5
Francis W Parker Quincy 1.0 mi 6.4
Wollaston School Quincy 1.0 mi 8.6
ADAMS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Quincy 1.3 mi 5.5
Atlantic Middle Quincy 1.1 mi 5.9
Charles A Bernazzani Elementary Quincy 1.3 mi 5.7
QUINCY CATHOLIC ACADEMY Quincy 1.1 mi 7.1
Broad Meadows Middle Quincy 1.2 mi 5.5
North Quincy High Quincy 1.3 mi 7.3
Point Webster Middle Quincy 1.7 mi 4.1
Montclair Quincy 1.4 mi 7.0
Lincoln-Hancock Community School Quincy 1.9 mi 4.7
LUMEN VERUM ACADEMY Braintree 1.9 mi
Squantum Quincy 2.0 mi 4.5
South West Middle School Quincy 2.1 mi 5.5
Amelio Della Chiesa Early Childhood Center Quincy 2.2 mi 5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02170 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$101,840

Median Home Value

$661,800

Median Rent

$1,801/mo

Population

19,685

College Educated

46%

Homeownership

54.8%

Avg Commute

33.6 min

Poverty Rate

8.7%

Median Age

39

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Beechwood Knoll Elementary

What grades does Beechwood Knoll Elementary serve?

Beechwood Knoll Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Beechwood Knoll Elementary?

Beechwood Knoll Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 339 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Beechwood Knoll Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Beechwood Knoll Elementary is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Beechwood Knoll Elementary rank in MA?

Beechwood Knoll Elementary ranks #1,273 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Beechwood Knoll Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Beechwood Knoll Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Beechwood Knoll Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Beechwood Knoll Elementary has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Beechwood Knoll Elementary a charter school?

No, Beechwood Knoll Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Beechwood Knoll Elementary a Title I school?

No, Beechwood Knoll Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
26 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
42 Some Transit
Bike Score
52 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
339
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Norfolk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
7.1%

District

Quincy
District Enrollment
9,695
Schools in District
19
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,369
District Rank
#13 of 19

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