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Community Day Charter Public School

Elementary School · Community Day Charter Public School (District)

73 Prospect Street, Lawrence, MA 01841

Charter

Enrollment

1,200

Student-Teacher

8.9:1

Score

5.3

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,231 of 1,793

In Lawrence

#9 of 29

public schools

School environment

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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Community Day Charter Public School

5.3/10

Elementary School in Lawrence · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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3.2/10

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About Community Day Charter Public School

Community Day Charter Public School is a public elementary school in Lawrence, MA, part of Community Day Charter Public School (District). Community Day Charter Public School serves approximately 1,200 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Community Day Charter Public School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,231 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Community Day Charter Public School show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts below MA schools
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • MA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 8.9:1 students to teachers, Community Day Charter Public School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Community Day Charter Public School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.7Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-3.42 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.4Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency48.2% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency43.3% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+6.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+0.7 pts
Overall Proficiency46% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+4.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile61th
Resources & Environment8.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,172
Chronic Absenteeism11.9%

Community Day Charter Public School — Students at Community Day Charter Public School score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 56.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.4% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 55.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.5% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 130 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
82%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
75%
ELA
80%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
79%
2012
Math
88%
ELA
81%
2013
Math
79%
ELA
83%
2014
Math
81%
ELA
78%
2015
Math
75%
ELA
80%
2016
Math
66%
ELA
64%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
66%
2018
Math
66.6%
ELA
68.1%
2019
Math
65.9%
ELA
67.3%
2020*
Math
38%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
39%
ELA
47.4%
2022
Math
51%
ELA
45.1%
2023
Math
48.2%
ELA
47.5%
2024
Math
51%
ELA
42%
2025
Math
48.2%
ELA
43.3%

* 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: 2.7/10.

How Community Day Charter Public School Compares

See how Community Day Charter Public School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.3/10
31th percentile in MA
Academic
7.4/10
Very Good
Growth
2.7/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.8/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
135 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.9%

Location

73 Prospect Street, Lawrence, MA 01841

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Community Day Charter Public School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Thomson (rated 7.9/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby North Andover), which scores notably higher. Another option is South Lawrence East Elementary School (rated 6.0/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, John Breen School (rated 5.8/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Lawrence, see our Lawrence schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Leonard Middle School Lawrence 0.2 mi 3.2
Rollins Early Childhood Center Lawrence 0.2 mi 4.9
Phoenix Academy Public Charter High School Lawrence Lawrence 0.2 mi 6.5
ESPERANZA ACADEMY Lawrence 0.4 mi 5.9
Edward F. Parthum Lawrence 0.6 mi 5.6
Parthum Middle School Lawrence 0.6 mi 6.8
Francis M Leahy Lawrence 0.7 mi 3.3
School for Exceptional Studies Lawrence 0.7 mi 4.2
Oliver Middle School Lawrence 0.7 mi 4.0
High School Learning Center Lawrence 0.9 mi 4.7
John Breen School Lawrence 1.1 mi 5.8
South Lawrence East Elementary School Lawrence 1.1 mi 6.0
Spark Academy Lawrence 1.1 mi 6.7
Lawlor Early Childhood Center Lawrence 0.9 mi 3.7
LAWRENCE CATHOLIC ACADEMY Lawrence 1.1 mi 4.8
Oliver Elementary School Lawrence 0.9 mi 3.1
Thomson North Andover 1.2 mi 7.9
BLESSED STEPHEN BELLESINI O.S.A. ACADEMY Lawrence 1.1 mi 5.6
ST MICHAEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Andover 1.2 mi 4.5
Lawrence High School Lawrence 1.5 mi 3.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01841 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$54,525

Median Home Value

$393,800

Median Rent

$1,565/mo

Population

52,761

College Educated

14.6%

Homeownership

32.3%

Avg Commute

23.4 min

Poverty Rate

19.2%

Median Age

31.5

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Comprehensive Grammar School Methuen, MA 5.3
Burgess Elementary Sturbridge, MA 5.2
Lowell Community Charter Public School Lowell, MA 5.1
Beebe Malden, MA 5.6
Blanche A. Ames Elementary School North Easton, MA 5.6
Boston Renaissance Charter Public School Hyde Park, MA 5.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Community Day Charter Public School

What grades does Community Day Charter Public School serve?

Community Day Charter Public School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Community Day Charter Public School?

Community Day Charter Public School has an enrollment of approximately 1,200 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Community Day Charter Public School?

The student-teacher ratio at Community Day Charter Public School is 8.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Community Day Charter Public School rank in MA?

Community Day Charter Public School ranks #1,231 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Community Day Charter Public School's MySchoolScout rating?

Community Day Charter Public School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Community Day Charter Public School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Community Day Charter Public School has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Community Day Charter Public School a charter school?

Yes, Community Day Charter Public School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Community Day Charter Public School a Title I school?

No, Community Day Charter Public School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
75 Very Walkable
Transit Score
45 Some Transit
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
1,200
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
135
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Essex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.9%

District

Community Day Charter Public School (District)
District Enrollment
1,200
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,172
District Rank
#1 of 1

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