Below Average
#1541 of 1,793 schools in MA
John E. Mccarthy
Elementary School · Peabody
76 Lake Street, Peabody, MA 01960
Enrollment
384
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
384
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,541 of 1,793
In Peabody
#7 of 11
public schools
In district
#7 of 11
Peabody
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John E. Mccarthy
Elementary School in Peabody · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About John E. Mccarthy
John E. Mccarthy is a public elementary school in Peabody, MA, part of Peabody. John E.
Mccarthy serves approximately 384 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. John E. Mccarthy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,541 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for John E. Mccarthy show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 5.4
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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John E. Mccarthy — Students at John E. Mccarthy score 32% 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: 4.8/10.
How John E. Mccarthy Compares
See how John E. Mccarthy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
76 Lake Street, Peabody, MA 01960
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John E. Mccarthy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Fuller Meadow (rated 9.8/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Middleton), which scores notably higher. Another option is West Memorial (rated 7.4/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, South Memorial (rated 7.4/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Peabody, see our Peabody schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| COVENANT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Peabody | 0.3 mi | 6.0 |
| West Memorial Peabody | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| OUR LADY OF THE ASSUMPTION SCH Lynnfield | 1.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Huckleberry Hill Lynnfield | 1.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Peabody Veterans Memorial High Peabody | 1.5 mi | 4.1 |
| Lynnfield High Lynnfield | 1.6 mi | 8.7 |
| John E Burke Peabody | 1.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Summer Street Lynnfield | 2.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Lynnfield Preschool Lynnfield | 2.0 mi | 4.8 |
| Capt William G Shoemaker Lynn | 2.5 mi | 4.3 |
| PLUMFIELD ACADEMY INC Danvers | 2.8 mi | — |
| LITTLE THEATRE SCHOOL NURSERY AND KINDERGARTEN Lynn | 2.8 mi | — |
| Fuller Meadow Middleton | 3.1 mi | 9.8 |
| ODYSSEY DAY SCHOOL Wakefield | 2.7 mi | 4.1 |
| Highlands Danvers | 2.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Lynnfield Middle School Lynnfield | 2.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Lynn Woods Lynn | 3.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Essex North Shore Agricultural and Technical School Hathorne | 3.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Center Peabody | 3.0 mi | 3.8 |
| South Memorial Peabody | 3.2 mi | 7.4 |
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 |
|---|---|
| Arthur T. Cummings Elementary School Winthrop, MA | 4.4 |
| Betsey B Winslow New Bedford, MA | 4.4 |
| Buckland-Shelburne Regional Shelburne Falls, MA | 4.4 |
| Gardner Swansea, MA | 4.4 |
| James B Congdon New Bedford, MA | 4.4 |
| James Clark School Agawam, MA | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John E. Mccarthy
What grades does John E. Mccarthy serve?
John E. Mccarthy serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend John E. Mccarthy?
John E. Mccarthy has an enrollment of approximately 384 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John E. Mccarthy?
The student-teacher ratio at John E. Mccarthy is 16:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John E. Mccarthy rank in MA?
John E. Mccarthy ranks #1,541 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is John E. Mccarthy's MySchoolScout rating?
John E. Mccarthy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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. Mccarthy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John E. Mccarthy has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is John E. Mccarthy a charter school?
No, John E. Mccarthy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John E. Mccarthy a Title I school?
No, John E. Mccarthy is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 384
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.0%
- Phone
- (978) 536-5625
Resources & Links
District
Peabody- District Enrollment
- 5,832
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,315
- District Rank
- #7 of 11
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