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#822 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 46% in state
John E Burke
Elementary School · Peabody
127 Birch Street, Peabody, MA 01960
Enrollment
295
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
295
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#822 of 1,793
In Peabody
#3 of 11
public schools
In district
#3 of 11
Peabody
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John E Burke
Elementary School in Peabody · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About John E Burke
John E Burke is a public elementary school in Peabody, MA, part of Peabody. John E Burke serves approximately 295 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. John E Burke has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #822 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for John E Burke show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 5.4
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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John E Burke — Students at John E Burke score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
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: 6.8/10.
How John E Burke Compares
See how John E Burke performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
127 Birch Street, Peabody, MA 01960
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John E Burke may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Fuller Meadow (rated 9.8/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Middleton), which scores notably higher. Another option is L D Batchelder (rated 8.6/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby North Reading), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Dolbeare (rated 7.5/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Wakefield), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Peabody, see our Peabody schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| West Memorial Peabody | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Lynnfield High Lynnfield | 1.7 mi | 8.7 |
| Fuller Meadow Middleton | 1.7 mi | 9.8 |
| COVENANT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Peabody | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| John E. McCarthy Peabody | 1.9 mi | 4.4 |
| Summer Street Lynnfield | 2.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Lynnfield Preschool Lynnfield | 2.1 mi | 4.8 |
| Howe-Manning Middleton | 2.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Lynnfield Middle School Lynnfield | 2.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Huckleberry Hill Lynnfield | 2.7 mi | 5.6 |
| PLUMFIELD ACADEMY INC Danvers | 2.4 mi | — |
| OUR LADY OF THE ASSUMPTION SCH Lynnfield | 3.4 mi | 5.5 |
| ODYSSEY DAY SCHOOL Wakefield | 3.4 mi | 4.1 |
| Peabody Veterans Memorial High Peabody | 2.8 mi | 4.1 |
| Essex North Shore Agricultural and Technical School Hathorne | 3.1 mi | 7.1 |
| L D Batchelder North Reading | 3.0 mi | 8.6 |
| Dolbeare Wakefield | 3.7 mi | 7.5 |
| North Reading High North Reading | 3.2 mi | 8.7 |
| North Reading Middle North Reading | 3.3 mi | 9.2 |
| Highlands Danvers | 3.3 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01960 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$95,173
Median Home Value
$566,700
Median Rent
$1,902/mo
Population
53,961
College Educated
33.7%
Homeownership
65.4%
Avg Commute
27.3 min
Poverty Rate
6.5%
Median Age
46.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Benjamin G Brown Somerville, MA | 6.5 |
| Brookfield Elementary Brookfield, MA | 6.5 |
| Centerville Elementary Centerville, MA | 6.5 |
| Discovery School at Four Corners Greenfield, MA | 6.5 |
| Dr Frederick N Sweetsir Merrimac, MA | 6.5 |
| Elizabeth G Lyons Elementary Randolph, MA | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John E Burke
What grades does John E Burke serve?
John E Burke serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend John E Burke?
John E Burke has an enrollment of approximately 295 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John E Burke?
The student-teacher ratio at John E Burke is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John E Burke rank in MA?
John E Burke ranks #822 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is John E Burke's MySchoolScout rating?
John E Burke has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 John E Burke?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John E Burke has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is John E Burke a charter school?
No, John E Burke is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John E Burke a Title I school?
No, John E Burke is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 295
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.9%
- Phone
- (978) 536-5400
Resources & Links
District
Peabody- District Enrollment
- 5,832
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,315
- District Rank
- #3 of 11
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