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#1614 of 1,793 schools in MA

Belmonte Steam Academy

Elementary School · Saugus

25 Dow Street, Saugus, MA 01906

Enrollment

800

Student-Teacher

15.4:1

Score

4.1

Grades

2nd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,614 of 1,793

In Saugus

#4 of 5

public schools

In district

#3 of 4

Saugus

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Belmonte Steam Academy

4.1/10

Elementary School in Saugus · grades 2nd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Pioneer Charter School of Science II (pcss-ii)

8.0/10

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5.7/10

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About Belmonte Steam Academy

Belmonte Steam Academy is a public elementary school in Saugus, MA, part of Saugus. Belmonte Steam Academy serves approximately 800 students, and covers grades 2nd-5th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Belmonte Steam Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,614 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Belmonte Steam Academy show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 4.1 · Below Average
  • District avg 3.3
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.6Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data4
Annual Change-2.45 pts/yr
Data Period2022–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.5Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency35.7% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency29.3% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-6.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-13.3 pts
Overall Proficiency33% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-14.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile26th
Resources & Environment2.4Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,504
Chronic Absenteeism27.8%

Belmonte Steam Academy — Students at Belmonte Steam Academy score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 38.6% (multi-year average, 2022-2025)
School
State
42.3% (multi-year state average, 2022-2025)
ELA Proficiency 33.7% (multi-year average, 2022-2025)
School
State
41.0% (multi-year state average, 2022-2025)

Based on 34 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2022
Math
43%
ELA
37.5%
2023
Math
36.3%
ELA
35.7%
2024
Math
38%
ELA
31%
2025
Math
35.7%
ELA
29.3%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.6/10.

How Belmonte Steam Academy Compares

See how Belmonte Steam Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.1/10
10th percentile in MA
Academic
4.5/10
Below Average
Growth
4.6/10
Below Average
Environment
2.4/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
52 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
27.8%

Location

25 Dow Street, Saugus, MA 01906

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Belmonte Steam Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Winthrop (rated 8.0/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Melrose), which scores notably higher. Another option is SACRED HEART SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Lynn), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Horace Mann (rated 7.3/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Melrose), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Saugus, see our Saugus schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Pioneer Charter School of Science II (PCSS-II) Saugus 0.5 mi 8.0
Saugus High Saugus 0.6 mi 5.7
Saugus Middle School Saugus 0.6 mi 4.2
Veterans Early Learning Center Saugus 0.6 mi 2.6
Classical High Lynn 1.6 mi 4.2
Julia F Callahan Lynn 1.6 mi 5.6
Linden Malden 2.0 mi 6.0
Breed Middle School Lynn 1.7 mi 3.2
Herbert Clark Hoover Melrose 1.9 mi 7.1
Winthrop Melrose 1.9 mi 8.0
Mystic Valley Regional Charter School Malden 2.2 mi 8.2
Lincoln-Thomson Lynn 2.0 mi 4.0
A. C. Whelan Elementary School Revere 2.7 mi 4.4
Susan B. Anthony Middle School Revere 2.7 mi 4.0
SACRED HEART SCHOOL Lynn 2.1 mi 7.6
Abraham Lincoln Revere 2.9 mi 3.7
Forestdale Malden 2.4 mi 5.9
Horace Mann Melrose 2.3 mi 7.3
Paul Revere Revere 2.9 mi 4.0
Salemwood Malden 2.6 mi 3.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01906 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$100,819

Median Home Value

$589,500

Median Rent

$1,982/mo

Population

28,599

College Educated

31.4%

Homeownership

73.9%

Avg Commute

29.1 min

Poverty Rate

6.4%

Median Age

43.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Belmonte Steam Academy

What grades does Belmonte Steam Academy serve?

Belmonte Steam Academy serves students in grades 2nd through 5th.

How many students attend Belmonte Steam Academy?

Belmonte Steam Academy has an enrollment of approximately 800 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Belmonte Steam Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Belmonte Steam Academy is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Belmonte Steam Academy rank in MA?

Belmonte Steam Academy ranks #1,614 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Belmonte Steam Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Belmonte Steam Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Belmonte Steam Academy?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Belmonte Steam Academy has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025).

Is Belmonte Steam Academy a charter school?

No, Belmonte Steam Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Belmonte Steam Academy a Title I school?

No, Belmonte Steam Academy is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
56 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
27 Some Transit
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
2nd – 5th
Enrollment
800
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
52
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Essex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
27.8%

District

Saugus
District Enrollment
2,610
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,504
District Rank
#3 of 4

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