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Essex Elementary
Elementary School · Manchester Essex Regional
12 Story Street, Essex, MA 01929
Enrollment
229
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
229
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,013 of 1,793
In district
#4 of 4
Manchester Essex Regional
School environment
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Essex Elementary
Elementary School in Essex · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Manchester Essex Regional High School
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About Essex Elementary
Essex Elementary is a public elementary school in Essex, MA, part of Manchester Essex Regional. Essex Elementary serves approximately 229 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Essex Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,013 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Essex Elementary show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 6.3
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Essex Elementary — Students at Essex Elementary score 51% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 82 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 3.9/10.
How Essex Elementary Compares
See how Essex Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
12 Story Street, Essex, MA 01929
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Essex Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Centerville Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Beverly), which scores notably higher. Another option is GLEN URQUHART SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Beverly), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BROOKWOOD SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Manchester), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Essex, see our Essex schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Manchester Essex Regional High School Manchester | 3.7 mi | 9.0 |
| Manchester Essex Regional Middle School Manchester | 3.7 mi | 8.4 |
| TARA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Manchester By The Sea | 3.8 mi | — |
| Miles River Middle Hamilton | 2.9 mi | 8.6 |
| Hamilton-Wenham Regional High South Hamilton | 3.0 mi | 8.7 |
| Manchester Memorial Elementary Manchester | 3.9 mi | 6.7 |
| BROOKWOOD SCHOOL Manchester | 4.2 mi | 6.8 |
| LANDMARK ELEMENTARYMIDDLE SCHOOL Manchester | 4.3 mi | 7.7 |
| CUVILLY ARTS & EARTH CENTER Ipswich | 4.2 mi | — |
| GLEN URQUHART SCHOOL Beverly | 4.6 mi | 7.3 |
| THE ACADEMY AT PENGUIN HALL Wenham | 4.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Winthrop Ipswich | 4.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Centerville Elementary Beverly | 4.5 mi | 8.3 |
| West Parish Gloucester | 4.1 mi | 4.3 |
| Winthrop School South Hamilton | 4.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Ipswich High Ipswich | 5.0 mi | 8.8 |
| Ipswich Middle School Ipswich | 5.0 mi | 7.3 |
| WARING SCHOOL Beverly | 5.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Cutler School South Hamilton | 4.5 mi | 5.4 |
| PINGREE SCHOOL South Hamilton | 4.6 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01929 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$151,509
Median Home Value
$828,200
Median Rent
$1,828/mo
Population
3,605
College Educated
68.5%
Homeownership
76.7%
Avg Commute
23.5 min
Poverty Rate
6.1%
Median Age
44.3
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Abner Gibbs Westfield, MA | 5.9 |
| Alice B Beal Elementary Springfield, MA | 5.9 |
| Dennett Elementary Plympton, MA | 5.9 |
| EllisonParks Early Education School Mattapan, MA | 5.9 |
| Hedge Plymouth, MA | 5.9 |
| Rita E. Miller Elementary School Westford, MA | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Essex Elementary
What grades does Essex Elementary serve?
Essex Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Essex Elementary?
Essex Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 229 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Essex Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Essex Elementary is 10.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Essex Elementary rank in MA?
Essex Elementary ranks #1,013 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Essex Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Essex Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Essex Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Essex Elementary has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Essex Elementary a charter school?
No, Essex Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Essex Elementary a Title I school?
No, Essex Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 229
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.0%
- Phone
- (978) 768-7324
Resources & Links
District
Manchester Essex Regional- District Enrollment
- 1,200
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,095
- District Rank
- #4 of 4
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