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George F. Kelly Elementary

Elementary School · Chelsea

300 Crescent Avenue, Chelsea, MA 02150

Enrollment

486

Student-Teacher

12.5:1

Score

3.1

Grades

1st – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,760 of 1,793

In Chelsea

#12 of 12

public schools

In district

#11 of 11

Chelsea

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George F. Kelly Elementary

3.1/10

Elementary School in Chelsea · grades 1st – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.1/10

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About George F. Kelly Elementary

George F. Kelly Elementary is a public elementary school in Chelsea, MA, part of Chelsea. George F.

Kelly Elementary serves approximately 486 students, and covers grades 1st-6th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. George F. Kelly Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,760 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for George F. Kelly Elementary show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.3 pts below district
  • This school 3.1 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 5.4
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress1.2Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-6.05 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.4Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency12% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency13.7% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-30.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-28.9 pts
Overall Proficiency13% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)13% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+0.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile25th
Resources & Environment5.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,435
Chronic Absenteeism21.8%

George F. Kelly Elementary — Students at George F. Kelly Elementary score 13% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 13%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 29.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.4% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 32.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.9% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 88 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
54%
ELA
38%
2010
Math
48%
ELA
40%
2011
Math
54%
ELA
38%
2012
Math
54%
ELA
33%
2013
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2014
Math
53%
ELA
32%
2015
Math
49%
ELA
32%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
40%
2018
Math
40%
ELA
45.7%
2019
Math
54.3%
ELA
59.5%
2020*
Math
15%
ELA
44%
2021*
Math
19.8%
ELA
49.6%
2022
Math
19.2%
ELA
20%
2023
Math
20%
ELA
18%
2024
Math
10.5%
ELA
8%
2025
Math
12%
ELA
13.7%

* 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: 1.2/10.

How George F. Kelly Elementary Compares

See how George F. Kelly Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.1/10
2th percentile in MA
Academic
4.4/10
Below Average
Growth
1.2/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.9/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
39 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.8%

Location

300 Crescent Avenue, Chelsea, MA 02150

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering George F. Kelly 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
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 George F. Kelly Elementary

What grades does George F. Kelly Elementary serve?

George F. Kelly Elementary serves students in grades 1st through 6th.

How many students attend George F. Kelly Elementary?

George F. Kelly Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 486 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at George F. Kelly Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at George F. Kelly Elementary is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does George F. Kelly Elementary rank in MA?

George F. Kelly Elementary ranks #1,760 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is George F. Kelly Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

George F. Kelly Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 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 George F. Kelly Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, George F. Kelly Elementary has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is George F. Kelly Elementary a charter school?

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

Is George F. Kelly Elementary a Title I school?

No, George F. Kelly 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 – 6th
Enrollment
486
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
39
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Suffolk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.8%

District

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

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