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#1104 of 1,793 schools in MA
Gloucester Preschool
School · Gloucester
2 Blackburn Drive, Gloucester, MA 01930
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Enrollment
114
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
114
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,104 of 1,793
In Gloucester
#4 of 6
public schools
In district
#4 of 6
Gloucester
School environment
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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Gloucester Preschool
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About Gloucester Preschool
Gloucester Preschool is a public school in Gloucester, MA, part of Gloucester. Gloucester Preschool serves approximately 114 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Gloucester Preschool has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,104 of 1,793 schools in MA.
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 5.5
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 114 students, Gloucester Preschool is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Score Breakdown
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Test Scores
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How Gloucester Preschool Compares
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Location
2 Blackburn Drive, Gloucester, MA 01930
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gloucester Preschool may also want to explore other schools in the area. Manchester Essex Regional High School (rated 9.0/10, 6.5 miles away, in nearby Manchester), which scores notably higher. Another option is Miles River Middle (rated 8.6/10, 9.8 miles away, in nearby Hamilton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Manchester Essex Regional Middle School (rated 8.4/10, 6.5 miles away, in nearby Manchester), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Gloucester, see our Gloucester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Ralph B O'Maley Middle Gloucester | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Beeman Memorial Gloucester | 1.1 mi | 3.3 |
| FAITH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Gloucester | 1.3 mi | — |
| Gloucester High Gloucester | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Plum Cove School Gloucester | 3.2 mi | 8.0 |
| Rockport Elementary Rockport | 2.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Rockport Middle Rockport | 2.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Rockport High Rockport | 2.8 mi | 7.7 |
| West Parish Gloucester | 3.0 mi | 4.3 |
| Manchester Essex Regional High School Manchester | 6.5 mi | 9.0 |
| Manchester Essex Regional Middle School Manchester | 6.5 mi | 8.4 |
| Manchester Memorial Elementary Manchester | 6.5 mi | 6.7 |
| TARA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Manchester By The Sea | 6.8 mi | — |
| Essex Elementary Essex | 6.9 mi | 5.9 |
| LANDMARK ELEMENTARYMIDDLE SCHOOL Manchester | 8.2 mi | 7.7 |
| BROOKWOOD SCHOOL Manchester | 8.2 mi | 6.8 |
| GLEN URQUHART SCHOOL Beverly | 9.2 mi | 7.3 |
| CUVILLY ARTS & EARTH CENTER Ipswich | 9.7 mi | — |
| Miles River Middle Hamilton | 9.8 mi | 8.6 |
| Centerville Elementary Beverly | 10.1 mi | 8.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01930 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$87,898
Median Home Value
$587,800
Median Rent
$1,395/mo
Population
29,862
College Educated
38.8%
Homeownership
63.3%
Avg Commute
26 min
Poverty Rate
10.6%
Median Age
51
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gloucester Preschool
What grades does Gloucester Preschool serve?
Gloucester Preschool serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Gloucester Preschool?
Gloucester Preschool has an enrollment of approximately 114 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gloucester Preschool?
The student-teacher ratio at Gloucester Preschool is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Gloucester Preschool rank in MA?
Gloucester Preschool ranks #1,104 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Gloucester Preschool's MySchoolScout rating?
Gloucester Preschool has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Gloucester Preschool a charter school?
No, Gloucester Preschool is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Gloucester Preschool a Title I school?
No, Gloucester Preschool is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 114
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Phone
- (978) 281-9840
Resources & Links
District
Gloucester- District Enrollment
- 2,862
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,128
- District Rank
- #4 of 6
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