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Great Oak
Elementary School · Danvers
76 Pickering Street, Danvers, MA 01923
Enrollment
300
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
300
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,098 of 1,793
In Danvers
#5 of 7
public schools
In district
#5 of 7
Danvers
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Great Oak
Elementary School in Danvers · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Great Oak
Great Oak is a public elementary school in Danvers, MA, part of Danvers. Great Oak serves approximately 300 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Great Oak has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,098 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Great Oak show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Great Oak — Students at Great Oak score 43% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
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: 5.5/10.
How Great Oak Compares
See how Great Oak performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
76 Pickering Street, Danvers, MA 01923
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Great Oak may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Willis E Thorpe (rated 8.1/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is South Memorial (rated 7.4/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Peabody), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WALDORF SCHOOL AT MORAINE FARM (rated 7.1/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Beverly), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Danvers, see our Danvers schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST MARY OF THE ANNUNCIATION SCHOOL Danvers | 0.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Highlands Danvers | 0.7 mi | 4.6 |
| LITTLE HANDS CHILDRENS CENTER Danvers | 0.8 mi | — |
| Ivan G Smith Danvers | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Holten Richmond Middle School Danvers | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Danvers High Danvers | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Riverside Danvers | 1.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Willis E Thorpe Danvers | 1.5 mi | 8.1 |
| PLUMFIELD ACADEMY INC Danvers | 1.7 mi | — |
| Peabody Veterans Memorial High Peabody | 2.2 mi | 4.1 |
| Essex North Shore Agricultural and Technical School Hathorne | 2.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Center Peabody | 2.8 mi | 3.8 |
| NEW ENGLAND ACADEMY Beverly | 2.1 mi | 5.7 |
| BISHOP FENWICK HIGH SCHOOL Peabody | 2.6 mi | 5.3 |
| J Henry Higgins Middle Peabody | 3.1 mi | 4.5 |
| ST JOHN THE BAPTIST SCHOOL Peabody | 3.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Peabody Personalized Remote Education Program Peabody | 3.2 mi | 2.6 |
| Thomas Carroll Peabody | 3.1 mi | 3.4 |
| WALDORF SCHOOL AT MORAINE FARM Beverly | 2.7 mi | 7.1 |
| South Memorial Peabody | 3.8 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01923 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$117,072
Median Home Value
$611,200
Median Rent
$2,004/mo
Population
27,778
College Educated
47%
Homeownership
68.9%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
4.8%
Median Age
45.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Charles A Bernazzani Elementary Quincy, MA | 5.7 |
| Cornelius M Callahan Norwood, MA | 5.7 |
| Early Childhood Center Melrose, MA | 5.7 |
| Federal Street School Greenfield, MA | 5.7 |
| Frederick J Dutile North Billerica, MA | 5.7 |
| Gov Edward Winslow Marshfield, MA | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Great Oak
What grades does Great Oak serve?
Great Oak serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Great Oak?
Great Oak has an enrollment of approximately 300 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Great Oak?
The student-teacher ratio at Great Oak is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Great Oak rank in MA?
Great Oak ranks #1,098 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Great Oak's MySchoolScout rating?
Great Oak 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.
What are the test scores at Great Oak?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Great Oak has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Great Oak a charter school?
No, Great Oak is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Great Oak a Title I school?
No, Great Oak is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 300
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.7%
- Phone
- (978) 774-2533
Resources & Links
District
Danvers- District Enrollment
- 3,251
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,084
- District Rank
- #5 of 7
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