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Frank M Sokolowski Elementary

Elementary School · Chelsea

300 Crescent Avenue, Chelsea, MA 02150

Enrollment

497

Student-Teacher

12.1:1

Score

4.8

Grades

1st – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,389 of 1,793

In Chelsea

#8 of 12

public schools

In district

#7 of 11

Chelsea

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Frank M Sokolowski Elementary

4.8/10

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

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About Frank M Sokolowski Elementary

Frank M Sokolowski Elementary is a public elementary school in Chelsea, MA, part of Chelsea. Frank M Sokolowski Elementary serves approximately 497 students, and covers grades 1st-4th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Frank M Sokolowski Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,389 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Frank M Sokolowski Elementary show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts below district
  • This school 4.8 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.4
  • MA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

41% of students at Frank M Sokolowski 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 Progress5.3Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-2.07 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.0Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency19.5% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency13.5% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-22.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-29.1 pts
Overall Proficiency17% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)13% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+3.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile32th
Resources & Environment3.3Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,435
Chronic Absenteeism41%

Frank M Sokolowski Elementary — Students at Frank M Sokolowski Elementary score 16% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 13%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 26.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.8% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 22.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.6% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 56 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
51%
ELA
42%
2010
Math
43%
ELA
40%
2011
Math
37%
ELA
33%
2012
Math
35%
ELA
27%
2013
Math
50%
ELA
22%
2014
Math
43%
ELA
25%
2015
Math
50%
ELA
29%
2016
Math
21%
ELA
25%
2017
Math
31%
ELA
31%
2018
Math
27.3%
ELA
28.3%
2019
Math
32.3%
ELA
29%
2020*
Math
8%
ELA
21%
2021*
Math
8%
ELA
20%
2022
Math
15.3%
ELA
12%
2023
Math
20%
ELA
12%
2024
Math
25%
ELA
12%
2025
Math
19.5%
ELA
13.5%

* 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: 5.3/10.

How Frank M Sokolowski Elementary Compares

See how Frank M Sokolowski Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.8/10
23th percentile in MA
Academic
5.0/10
Average
Growth
5.3/10
Average
Environment
3.3/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
41.0%

Location

300 Crescent Avenue, Chelsea, MA 02150

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Frank M Sokolowski 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
Edgar A Hooks Elementary Chelsea 0.0 mi 6.6
George F. Kelly Elementary Chelsea 0.0 mi 3.1
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 Frank M Sokolowski Elementary

What grades does Frank M Sokolowski Elementary serve?

Frank M Sokolowski Elementary serves students in grades 1st through 4th.

How many students attend Frank M Sokolowski Elementary?

Frank M Sokolowski Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 497 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Frank M Sokolowski Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Frank M Sokolowski Elementary is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Frank M Sokolowski Elementary rank in MA?

Frank M Sokolowski Elementary ranks #1,389 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Frank M Sokolowski Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Frank M Sokolowski Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Frank M Sokolowski Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Frank M Sokolowski Elementary has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Frank M Sokolowski Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Frank M Sokolowski Elementary a Title I school?

No, Frank M Sokolowski 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
497
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Suffolk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
41.0%

District

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

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