Needs Improvement
#1666 of 1,793 schools in MA
Center
Elementary School · Peabody
18 Irving Street, Peabody, MA 01960
Enrollment
349
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
349
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,666 of 1,793
In Peabody
#9 of 11
public schools
In district
#9 of 11
Peabody
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Center
Elementary School in Peabody · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Center
Center is a public elementary school in Peabody, MA, part of Peabody. Center serves approximately 349 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,666 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Center show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.4
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Center — Students at Center score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2023-24)
Based on 74 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: 3.0/10.
How Center Compares
See how Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
18 Irving Street, Peabody, MA 01960
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bates (rated 8.4/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Salem), which scores notably higher. Another option is South Memorial (rated 7.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Witchcraft Heights (rated 7.3/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Salem), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Peabody, see our Peabody schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| J Henry Higgins Middle Peabody | 0.3 mi | 4.5 |
| ST JOHN THE BAPTIST SCHOOL Peabody | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| South Memorial Peabody | 1.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Peabody Personalized Remote Education Program Peabody | 0.8 mi | 2.6 |
| William A Welch Sr Peabody | 1.1 mi | 4.4 |
| Captain Samuel Brown Peabody | 1.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Thomas Carroll Peabody | 1.4 mi | 3.4 |
| Witchcraft Heights Salem | 1.5 mi | 7.3 |
| BISHOP FENWICK HIGH SCHOOL Peabody | 1.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Peabody Veterans Memorial High Peabody | 1.8 mi | 4.1 |
| THE PHOENIX SCHOOL Salem | 1.8 mi | — |
| Riverside Danvers | 2.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Highlands Danvers | 2.5 mi | 4.6 |
| Bates Salem | 2.0 mi | 8.4 |
| ST MARY OF THE ANNUNCIATION SCHOOL Danvers | 2.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Salem High Salem | 2.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Great Oak Danvers | 2.8 mi | 5.7 |
| LITTLE HANDS CHILDRENS CENTER Danvers | 2.8 mi | — |
| Holten Richmond Middle School Danvers | 2.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Collins Middle Salem | 2.2 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01960 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$95,173
Median Home Value
$566,700
Median Rent
$1,902/mo
Population
53,961
College Educated
33.7%
Homeownership
65.4%
Avg Commute
27.3 min
Poverty Rate
6.5%
Median Age
46.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Charles J Prescott Norwood, MA | 3.8 |
| Charlotte A Dunning Framingham, MA | 3.8 |
| East Brookfield Elementary East Brookfield, MA | 3.8 |
| Old Sturbridge Academy Charter Public School Sturbridge, MA | 3.8 |
| Balch Norwood, MA | 3.7 |
| Harmony Grove Elementary Framingham, MA | 3.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Center
What grades does Center serve?
Center serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Center?
Center has an enrollment of approximately 349 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Center is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Center rank in MA?
Center ranks #1,666 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Center has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Center a charter school?
No, Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Center a Title I school?
No, Center is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 349
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.4%
- Phone
- (978) 536-5475
Resources & Links
District
Peabody- District Enrollment
- 5,832
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,315
- District Rank
- #9 of 11
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