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#767 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 43% in state

Edgar a Hooks Elementary

Elementary School · Chelsea

300 Crescent Avenue, Chelsea, MA 02150

Enrollment

453

Student-Teacher

11.3:1

Score

6.6

Grades

1st – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#767 of 1,793

In Chelsea

#2 of 12

public schools

In district

#2 of 11

Chelsea

Academic growth

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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Edgar a Hooks Elementary

6.6/10

Elementary School in Chelsea · grades 1st – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

William a Berkowitz Elementary

8.1/10

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About Edgar a Hooks Elementary

Edgar a Hooks Elementary is a public elementary school in Chelsea, MA, part of Chelsea. Edgar a Hooks Elementary serves approximately 453 students, and covers grades 1st-4th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Edgar a Hooks Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #767 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Edgar a Hooks Elementary show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.2 pts above district
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • District avg 5.4
  • MA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

43% of students at Edgar a Hooks Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.7Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.93 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics7.0Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency43% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency19% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency31% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)13% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+18.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile56th
Resources & Environment3.1Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,435
Chronic Absenteeism42.8%

Edgar a Hooks Elementary — Students at Edgar a Hooks Elementary score 31% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 13%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores MA EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 58.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 35.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 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
55%
ELA
40%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
38%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
37%
2012
Math
69%
ELA
36%
2013
Math
74%
ELA
33%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
26%
2015
Math
84%
ELA
41%
2016
Math
71%
ELA
35%
2017
Math
66%
ELA
41%
2018
Math
66%
ELA
44%
2019
Math
66%
ELA
44%
2020*
Math
25%
ELA
28%
2021*
Math
25%
ELA
28%
2022
Math
43%
ELA
19%

* 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: 7.7/10.

How Edgar a Hooks Elementary Compares

See how Edgar a Hooks Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.6/10
57th percentile in MA
Academic
7.0/10
Very Good
Growth
7.7/10
Very Good
Environment
3.1/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
40 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
42.8%

Location

300 Crescent Avenue, Chelsea, MA 02150

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Edgar a Hooks Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bradley Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby East Boston), which scores notably higher. Another option is William A Berkowitz Elementary (rated 8.1/10), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Guild Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby East Boston), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chelsea, see our Chelsea schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.1 mi
School Distance Rating
William A Berkowitz Elementary Chelsea 0.0 mi 8.1
George F. Kelly Elementary Chelsea 0.0 mi 3.1
Frank M Sokolowski Elementary Chelsea 0.0 mi 4.8
Chelsea Virtual Learning Academy Chelsea 0.2 mi 4.7
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION Revere 0.7 mi 5.3
Staff Sargent James J. Hill Elementary School Revere 0.8 mi 3.7
Clark Avenue School Chelsea 0.7 mi 4.3
Bradley Elementary School East Boston 0.9 mi 9.3
Revere High Revere 1.0 mi 4.2
Phoenix Academy Charter Public High School Chelsea Chelsea 0.9 mi 6.3
Excel Academy Charter School East Boston 1.1 mi 8.4
Guild Elementary School East Boston 1.1 mi 7.7
Eugene Wright Science and Technology Academy Chelsea 1.0 mi 6.3
Joseph A. Browne School Chelsea 1.0 mi 6.1
Shurtleff Early Childhood Chelsea 1.1 mi 4.5
Abraham Lincoln Revere 1.3 mi 3.7
Susan B. Anthony Middle School Revere 1.4 mi 4.0
A. C. Whelan Elementary School Revere 1.4 mi 4.4
Rumney Marsh Academy Revere 1.2 mi 4.1
Chelsea High Chelsea 1.1 mi 4.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02150 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$72,122

Median Home Value

$476,500

Median Rent

$1,861/mo

Population

39,444

College Educated

22%

Homeownership

29.2%

Avg Commute

33.5 min

Poverty Rate

20.6%

Median Age

34.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Edgar a Hooks Elementary

What grades does Edgar a Hooks Elementary serve?

Edgar a Hooks Elementary serves students in grades 1st through 4th.

How many students attend Edgar a Hooks Elementary?

Edgar a Hooks Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 453 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Edgar a Hooks Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Edgar a Hooks Elementary is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Edgar a Hooks Elementary rank in MA?

Edgar a Hooks Elementary ranks #767 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Edgar a Hooks Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Edgar a Hooks 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 Edgar a Hooks Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Edgar a Hooks Elementary has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Edgar a Hooks Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Edgar a Hooks Elementary a Title I school?

No, Edgar a Hooks Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
74 Very Walkable
Transit Score
55 Good Transit
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
1st – 4th
Enrollment
453
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
40
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Suffolk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
42.8%

District

Chelsea
District Enrollment
6,148
Schools in District
11
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,435
District Rank
#2 of 11

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