Below Average
#1498 of 1,793 schools in MA
E Somerville Community
Elementary School · Somerville
50 Cross Street, Somerville, MA 02145
Enrollment
743
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
743
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,498 of 1,793
In Somerville
#9 of 10
public schools
In district
#9 of 10
Somerville
School environment
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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E Somerville Community
Elementary School in Somerville · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Capuano Early Childhood Center
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About E Somerville Community
E Somerville Community is a public elementary school in Somerville, MA, part of Somerville. E Somerville Community serves approximately 743 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. E Somerville Community has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,498 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for E Somerville Community show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 6.8
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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E Somerville Community — Students at E Somerville Community score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 130 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: 3.8/10.
How E Somerville Community Compares
See how E Somerville Community performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
50 Cross Street, Somerville, MA 02145
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering E Somerville Community may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cambridgeport (rated 9.5/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Cambridge), which scores notably higher. Another option is John M Tobin (rated 9.5/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Cambridge), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Warren-Prescott K-8 School (rated 9.4/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Charlestown), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Somerville, see our Somerville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Capuano Early Childhood Center Somerville | 0.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Somerville High Somerville | 0.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Next Wave Junior High Somerville | 0.5 mi | — |
| Full Circle High School Somerville | 0.5 mi | 4.2 |
| Winter Hill Community Somerville | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Albert F. Argenziano School at Lincoln Park Somerville | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Arthur D Healey Somerville | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| King Open Cambridge | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Cambridge Street Upper School Cambridge | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Kennedy-Longfellow Cambridge | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Vassal Lane Upper School Cambridge | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Community Charter School of Cambridge Cambridge | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Cambridgeport Cambridge | 1.3 mi | 9.5 |
| Fletcher/Maynard Academy Cambridge | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Missituk Elementary School Medford | 1.3 mi | 8.0 |
| ST THERESA SCHOOL Somerville | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| John M Tobin Cambridge | 1.4 mi | 9.5 |
| Warren-Prescott K-8 School Charlestown | 1.3 mi | 9.4 |
| Prospect Hill Academy Charter School Cambridge | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| John J. McGlynn Middle School Medford | 1.7 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02145 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$119,167
Median Home Value
$784,900
Median Rent
$2,377/mo
Population
27,929
College Educated
55.3%
Homeownership
34.3%
Avg Commute
31.8 min
Poverty Rate
10.7%
Median Age
33.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Barbieri Elementary Framingham, MA | 4.5 |
| Elizabeth Pole Taunton, MA | 4.5 |
| Henry B. Burkland Elementary School Middleborough, MA | 4.5 |
| Lafayette School Everett, MA | 4.5 |
| Lee K-8 School Dorchester, MA | 4.5 |
| ST MICHAEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Andover, MA | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about E Somerville Community
What grades does E Somerville Community serve?
E Somerville Community serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend E Somerville Community?
E Somerville Community has an enrollment of approximately 743 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at E Somerville Community?
The student-teacher ratio at E Somerville Community is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does E Somerville Community rank in MA?
E Somerville Community ranks #1,498 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is E Somerville Community's MySchoolScout rating?
E Somerville Community 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 E Somerville Community?
Based on loaded state assessment records, E Somerville Community has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is E Somerville Community a charter school?
No, E Somerville Community is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is E Somerville Community a Title I school?
No, E Somerville Community is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 743
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 51
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.4%
- Phone
- (617) 625-6600
Resources & Links
District
Somerville- District Enrollment
- 4,927
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $29,645
- District Rank
- #9 of 10
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