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#759 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 42% in state

Charles C Cashman Elementary

Elementary School · Amesbury

193 Lions Mouth Road, Amesbury, MA 01913

Enrollment

398

Student-Teacher

12.1:1

Score

6.6

Grades

3rd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#759 of 1,793

In Amesbury

#2 of 5

public schools

In district

#2 of 5

Amesbury

School environment

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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Charles C Cashman Elementary

6.6/10

Elementary School in Amesbury · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.4/10

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About Charles C Cashman Elementary

Charles C Cashman Elementary is a public elementary school in Amesbury, MA, part of Amesbury. Charles C Cashman Elementary serves approximately 398 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Charles C Cashman Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #759 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Charles C Cashman Elementary show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • District avg 6.5
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.8Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-1.41 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.8Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency32.3% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37.3% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-9.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-5.3 pts
Overall Proficiency35% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-13.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile29th
Resources & Environment8.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$25,059
Chronic Absenteeism15.8%

Charles C Cashman Elementary — Students at Charles C Cashman Elementary score 35% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 45.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.4% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 49.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.8% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 64 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
66%
ELA
68%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
71%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
71%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
40.7%
ELA
54.7%
2019
Math
45%
ELA
50%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
32.3%
ELA
55.3%
2022
Math
39.7%
ELA
36%
2023
Math
53.5%
ELA
48%
2024
Math
43%
ELA
31.7%
2025
Math
32.3%
ELA
37.3%

* 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: 6.8/10.

How Charles C Cashman Elementary Compares

See how Charles C Cashman Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.6/10
58th percentile in MA
Academic
4.8/10
Below Average
Growth
6.8/10
Average
Environment
8.8/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.8%

Location

193 Lions Mouth Road, Amesbury, MA 01913

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Charles C Cashman Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Dr John C Page School (rated 9.0/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby West Newbury), which scores notably higher. Another option is South Hampton Barnard School (rated 8.2/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby South Hampton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Kensington Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby Kensington), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Amesbury, see our Amesbury schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Shay Elementary Amesbury 0.1 mi 6.4
Amesbury High Amesbury 0.5 mi 6.6
AMESBURY MONTESSORI Amesbury 0.6 mi
Amesbury Innovation High School Amesbury 0.7 mi 6.5
Amesbury Middle Amesbury 1.1 mi 5.5
AMESBURY SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL South Hampton 1.6 mi
South Hampton Barnard School South Hampton 1.9 mi 8.2
SPARHAWK SCHOOL INC Amesbury 2.0 mi 6.6
THE CHILDRENS CASTLE West Newbury 3.2 mi
Dr John C Page School West Newbury 3.4 mi 9.0
Helen R Donaghue School Merrimac 3.5 mi 7.9
Francis T Bresnahan Elementary Newburyport 3.7 mi 4.7
Dr Frederick N Sweetsir Merrimac 3.3 mi 6.5
Kensington Elementary School Kensington 5.0 mi 8.0
East Kingston Elementary School East Kingston 4.6 mi 6.8
MERRIMAC HEIGHTS ACADEMY Merrimac 4.0 mi
Newburyport High Newburyport 4.4 mi 7.2
Rupert A Nock Middle Newburyport 4.6 mi 8.5
Edward G. Molin Elementary School Newburyport 4.6 mi 7.9
River Valley Charter School Newburyport 4.7 mi 7.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01913 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$100,599

Median Home Value

$475,400

Median Rent

$1,573/mo

Population

17,277

College Educated

42.5%

Homeownership

68.3%

Avg Commute

30.6 min

Poverty Rate

7%

Median Age

44.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Charles C Cashman Elementary

What grades does Charles C Cashman Elementary serve?

Charles C Cashman Elementary serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.

How many students attend Charles C Cashman Elementary?

Charles C Cashman Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 398 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Charles C Cashman Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Charles C Cashman Elementary is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Charles C Cashman Elementary rank in MA?

Charles C Cashman Elementary ranks #759 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Charles C Cashman Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Charles C Cashman Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Charles C Cashman Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Charles C Cashman Elementary has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Charles C Cashman Elementary a charter school?

No, Charles C Cashman Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Charles C Cashman Elementary a Title I school?

No, Charles C Cashman Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
6 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
398
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Essex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.8%

District

Amesbury
District Enrollment
1,817
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$25,059
District Rank
#2 of 5

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