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Below Average

#1480 of 1,793 schools in MA

Cove Elementary

Elementary School · Beverly

20 Eisenhower Avenue, Beverly, MA 01915

Enrollment

405

Student-Teacher

11.6:1

Score

4.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,480 of 1,793

In Beverly

#8 of 8

public schools

In district

#8 of 8

Beverly

Equity

7.2 / 10

Very Good

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Cove Elementary

4.5/10

Elementary School in Beverly · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Cove Elementary

Cove Elementary is a public elementary school in Beverly, MA, part of Beverly. Cove Elementary serves approximately 405 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Cove Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,480 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Cove Elementary show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.9 pts below district
  • This school 4.5 · Below Average
  • District avg 7.4
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.8Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-3.39 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.9Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency51.5% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency40% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+9.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-2.6 pts
Overall Proficiency46% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-1.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile55th
Resources & Environment5.0Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,051
Chronic Absenteeism23.2%

Cove Elementary — Students at Cove Elementary score 46% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 56.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.9% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 58.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
46.2% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 58 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
58%
ELA
69%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
55%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
55%
2014
Math
60%
ELA
60%
2015
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2016
Math
58%
ELA
56%
2017
Math
56%
ELA
66%
2018
Math
58%
ELA
67.5%
2019
Math
72.7%
ELA
65.3%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
51%
ELA
64.7%
2022
Math
54%
ELA
46.7%
2023
Math
44%
ELA
50.5%
2024
Math
40.5%
ELA
40%
2025
Math
51.5%
ELA
40%

* 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: 2.8/10.

How Cove Elementary Compares

See how Cove Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.5/10
18th percentile in MA
Academic
6.9/10
Average
Growth
2.8/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.0/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.2%

Location

20 Eisenhower Avenue, Beverly, MA 01915

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Cove Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ayers/Ryal Side School (rated 8.5/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Centerville Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, North Beverly Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Beverly, see our Beverly schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
HARBORLIGHT MONTESSORI Beverly 0.7 mi 7.4
Hannah Elementary Beverly 0.9 mi 7.2
WARING SCHOOL Beverly 1.1 mi 6.8
MRS ALEXANDER'S SCHOOL Beverly 1.1 mi
LANDMARK HIGH SCHOOL Prides Crossing 1.2 mi 7.8
Beverly High Beverly 1.3 mi 6.0
NORTH SHORE RECOVERY HIGH SCHOOL Beverly 1.4 mi 6.1
HOPEFUL JOURNEYS EDUCATIONAL CENTER Beverly 1.5 mi 8.2
Centerville Elementary Beverly 1.8 mi 8.3
Beverly Middle School Beverly 1.6 mi 6.6
SHORE COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Beverly 1.7 mi 7.6
Ayers/Ryal Side School Beverly 1.6 mi 8.5
North Beverly Elementary Beverly 2.0 mi 8.3
McKeown School Beverly 1.7 mi 5.1
BEVERLY SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF Beverly 1.8 mi 6.7
Salem Early Childhood Salem 2.2 mi 5.5
Bentley Academy Innovation School Salem 2.2 mi 7.5
THE SAINTS ACADEMY Beverly 2.0 mi 4.7
THE ACADEMY AT PENGUIN HALL Wenham 2.6 mi 5.8
Carlton Salem 2.4 mi 6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01915 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$102,347

Median Home Value

$619,600

Median Rent

$1,684/mo

Population

41,656

College Educated

51.4%

Homeownership

59.4%

Avg Commute

29.8 min

Poverty Rate

10.1%

Median Age

38.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cove Elementary

What grades does Cove Elementary serve?

Cove Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.

How many students attend Cove Elementary?

Cove Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 405 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Cove Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Cove Elementary is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Cove Elementary rank in MA?

Cove Elementary ranks #1,480 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Cove Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Cove Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Cove Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Cove Elementary has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Cove Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Cove Elementary a Title I school?

No, Cove Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
35 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
405
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Essex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.2%

District

Beverly
District Enrollment
4,502
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,051
District Rank
#8 of 8

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