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#931 of 1,793 schools in MA
Carlton
Elementary School · Salem
10 Skerry Street, Salem, MA 01970
Enrollment
254
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
254
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#931 of 1,793
In Salem
#6 of 11
public schools
In district
#5 of 10
Salem
School environment
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Carlton
Elementary School in Salem · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Carlton
Carlton is a public elementary school in Salem, MA, part of Salem. Carlton serves approximately 254 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Carlton has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #931 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Carlton show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- District avg 6.2
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 9.8:1 students to teachers, Carlton 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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Carlton — Students at Carlton score 35% proficient, which is below 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: 5.1/10.
How Carlton Compares
See how Carlton performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
10 Skerry Street, Salem, MA 01970
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Carlton 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), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bates (rated 8.4/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Bentley Academy Innovation School (rated 7.5/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Salem, see our Salem schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Salem Prep High School Salem | 0.7 mi | — |
| New Liberty Innovation School Salem | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Salem Early Childhood Salem | 0.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Bentley Academy Innovation School Salem | 0.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Salem Academy Charter School Salem | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Bates Salem | 0.8 mi | 8.4 |
| Saltonstall School Salem | 1.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Ayers/Ryal Side School Beverly | 1.4 mi | 8.5 |
| MRS ALEXANDER'S SCHOOL Beverly | 1.3 mi | — |
| THE PHOENIX SCHOOL Salem | 1.3 mi | — |
| Collins Middle Salem | 1.4 mi | 5.1 |
| BEVERLY SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF Beverly | 1.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Thomas Carroll Peabody | 1.4 mi | 3.4 |
| BISHOP FENWICK HIGH SCHOOL Peabody | 1.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Horace Mann Laboratory Salem | 2.0 mi | 3.4 |
| McKeown School Beverly | 2.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Salem High Salem | 2.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Beverly Middle School Beverly | 2.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Witchcraft Heights Salem | 1.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Beverly High Beverly | 2.3 mi | 6.0 |
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
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Carlton
What grades does Carlton serve?
Carlton serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Carlton?
Carlton has an enrollment of approximately 254 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Carlton?
The student-teacher ratio at Carlton is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Carlton rank in MA?
Carlton ranks #931 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Carlton's MySchoolScout rating?
Carlton has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Carlton?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Carlton has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Carlton a charter school?
No, Carlton is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Carlton a Title I school?
No, Carlton is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 254
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.8%
- Phone
- (978) 740-1280
Resources & Links
District
Salem- District Enrollment
- 3,811
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,741
- District Rank
- #5 of 10
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