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#948 of 1,793 schools in MA
Byam School
Elementary School · Chelmsford
25 Maple Road, Chelmsford, MA 01824
Enrollment
530
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
530
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#948 of 1,793
In Chelmsford
#4 of 7
public schools
In district
#5 of 8
Chelmsford
Equity
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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Byam School
Elementary School in Chelmsford · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Byam School
Byam School is a public elementary school in Chelmsford, MA, part of Chelmsford. Byam School serves approximately 530 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Byam School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #948 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Byam School show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 5.5
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Byam School — Students at Byam School score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 56 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: 5.7/10.
How Byam School Compares
See how Byam School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
25 Maple Road, Chelmsford, MA 01824
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Byam School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Carlisle School (rated 9.2/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Carlisle), which scores notably higher. Another option is OAK MEADOW SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Littleton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, South Row (rated 7.5/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chelmsford, see our Chelmsford schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Nashoba Valley Technical High School Westford | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| GREATER VISIONS CHILDRENS CENTER Chelmsford | 2.7 mi | — |
| KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER - WESTFORD Westford | 2.1 mi | — |
| Col Moses Parker School Chelmsford | 3.2 mi | 6.4 |
| South Row Chelmsford | 2.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Center Elementary School Chelmsford | 2.7 mi | 3.4 |
| McCarthy Middle School Chelmsford | 3.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Chelmsford High North Chelmsford | 3.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Charles D Harrington North Chelmsford | 3.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Abbot Elementary Westford | 2.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Nabnasset Westford | 3.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Community Education Center Chelmsford | 3.4 mi | 3.2 |
| Carlisle School Carlisle | 3.7 mi | 9.2 |
| KEYSTONE MONTESSORI SCHOOL North Chelmsford | 4.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Dr Gertrude Bailey Lowell | 4.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Collegiate Charter School of Lowell Lowell | 4.6 mi | 2.8 |
| James S Daley Middle School Lowell | 4.2 mi | 8.0 |
| LIGHTHOUSE SCHOOL, INC North Chelmsford | 4.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Washington Lowell | 4.5 mi | 4.9 |
| OAK MEADOW SCHOOL Littleton | 4.4 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01824 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$141,337
Median Home Value
$590,900
Median Rent
$2,076/mo
Population
26,628
College Educated
56.9%
Homeownership
82.7%
Avg Commute
29.9 min
Poverty Rate
4.6%
Median Age
42.8
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| Captain Samuel Brown Peabody, MA | 6.1 |
| Floral Street School Shrewsbury, MA | 6.1 |
| George F. Willett Norwood, MA | 6.1 |
| Lincoln Melrose, MA | 6.1 |
| Old Mill Pond Palmer, MA | 6.1 |
| Quashnet School Mashpee, MA | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Byam School
What grades does Byam School serve?
Byam School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Byam School?
Byam School has an enrollment of approximately 530 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Byam School?
The student-teacher ratio at Byam School is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Byam School rank in MA?
Byam School ranks #948 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Byam School's MySchoolScout rating?
Byam School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Byam School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Byam School has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Byam School a charter school?
No, Byam School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Byam School a Title I school?
No, Byam 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
- 530
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.6%
- Phone
- (978) 251-5144
Resources & Links
District
Chelmsford- District Enrollment
- 5,130
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,243
- District Rank
- #5 of 8
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