Needs Improvement
#1734 of 1,793 schools in MA
Beeman Memorial
Elementary School · Gloucester
138 Cherry Street, Gloucester, MA 01930
Enrollment
287
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
287
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,734 of 1,793
In Gloucester
#6 of 6
public schools
In district
#6 of 6
Gloucester
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Beeman Memorial
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About Beeman Memorial
Beeman Memorial is a public elementary school in Gloucester, MA, part of Gloucester. Beeman Memorial serves approximately 287 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Beeman Memorial has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,734 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Beeman Memorial show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 3.3 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.2
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 9.6:1 students to teachers, Beeman Memorial sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Beeman Memorial — Students at Beeman Memorial score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
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: 1.9/10.
How Beeman Memorial Compares
See how Beeman Memorial performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
138 Cherry Street, Gloucester, MA 01930
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Beeman Memorial may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Plum Cove School (rated 8.0/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Rockport Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Rockport), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GLEN URQUHART SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 8.7 miles away, in nearby Beverly), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Gloucester, see our Gloucester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Ralph B O'Maley Middle Gloucester | 0.5 mi | 5.9 |
| FAITH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Gloucester | 0.5 mi | — |
| Gloucester PreSchool Gloucester | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Gloucester High Gloucester | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Plum Cove School Gloucester | 2.6 mi | 8.0 |
| West Parish Gloucester | 2.3 mi | 4.3 |
| Rockport Elementary Rockport | 3.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Rockport Middle Rockport | 3.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Rockport High Rockport | 3.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Manchester Essex Regional High School Manchester | 6.1 mi | 9.0 |
| Manchester Essex Regional Middle School Manchester | 6.1 mi | 8.4 |
| Manchester Memorial Elementary Manchester | 6.2 mi | 6.7 |
| TARA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Manchester By The Sea | 6.4 mi | — |
| Essex Elementary Essex | 6.0 mi | 5.9 |
| LANDMARK ELEMENTARYMIDDLE SCHOOL Manchester | 7.7 mi | 7.7 |
| BROOKWOOD SCHOOL Manchester | 7.8 mi | 6.8 |
| GLEN URQUHART SCHOOL Beverly | 8.7 mi | 7.3 |
| CUVILLY ARTS & EARTH CENTER Ipswich | 8.6 mi | — |
| Winthrop Ipswich | 9.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Miles River Middle Hamilton | 8.9 mi | 8.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01930 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$87,898
Median Home Value
$587,800
Median Rent
$1,395/mo
Population
29,862
College Educated
38.8%
Homeownership
63.3%
Avg Commute
26 min
Poverty Rate
10.6%
Median Age
51
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Atkinson North Andover, MA | 3.2 |
| Douglas Elementary School Douglas, MA | 3.2 |
| Goodyear Elementary School Woburn, MA | 3.2 |
| Shaw Elementary School Dorchester, MA | 3.2 |
| Thomas R Rodman New Bedford, MA | 3.2 |
| Barry Chicopee, MA | 3.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Beeman Memorial
What grades does Beeman Memorial serve?
Beeman Memorial serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Beeman Memorial?
Beeman Memorial has an enrollment of approximately 287 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Beeman Memorial?
The student-teacher ratio at Beeman Memorial is 9.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Beeman Memorial rank in MA?
Beeman Memorial ranks #1,734 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Beeman Memorial's MySchoolScout rating?
Beeman Memorial has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 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 Beeman Memorial?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Beeman Memorial has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Beeman Memorial a charter school?
No, Beeman Memorial is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Beeman Memorial a Title I school?
No, Beeman Memorial is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 287
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.2%
- Phone
- (978) 281-9825
Resources & Links
District
Gloucester- District Enrollment
- 2,862
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,128
- District Rank
- #6 of 6
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