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#727 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 41% in state
Kelly Elementary
Elementary School · Holyoke
216 West Street, Holyoke, MA 01040
Enrollment
459
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
459
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#727 of 1,793
In Holyoke
#2 of 11
public schools
In district
#2 of 10
Holyoke
Academic growth
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Kelly Elementary
Kelly Elementary is a public elementary school in Holyoke, MA, part of Holyoke. Kelly Elementary serves approximately 459 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Kelly Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #727 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Kelly Elementary show 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 8% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Kelly Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
36% of students at Kelly Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Kelly Elementary — Students at Kelly Elementary score 3% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 3%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 88 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 8.5/10.
How Kelly Elementary Compares
See how Kelly Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
216 West Street, Holyoke, MA 01040
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kelly Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. E N White Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is H.B. Lawrence School (rated 6.7/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Morgan Full Service Community School (rated 6.5/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Holyoke, see our Holyoke schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LIGHTHOUSE HOLYOKE Holyoke | 0.3 mi | 6.0 |
| NEW ENGLAND ADOLESCENT RESEARCH INSTITUTE Holyoke | 0.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Morgan Full Service Community School Holyoke | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| MATER DOLOROSA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Holyoke | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| SPRINGDALE EDUCATION CENTER Holyoke | 0.6 mi | 7.7 |
| H.B. Lawrence School Holyoke | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Bellamy Middle Chicopee | 1.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Holyoke High Holyoke | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Streiber Memorial School Chicopee | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Fairview Elementary Chicopee | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Lambert-Lavoie Chicopee | 1.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Chicopee Comprehensive High School Chicopee | 1.8 mi | 5.7 |
| South Hadley High South Hadley | 1.9 mi | 6.3 |
| FIRST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Holyoke | 1.5 mi | 4.7 |
| Joseph Metcalf School Holyoke | 1.7 mi | 2.9 |
| ST JOAN OF ARC SCHOOL Chicopee | 2.2 mi | 5.5 |
| CENTER SCHOOL Holyoke | 1.6 mi | 8.2 |
| BLESSED SACRAMENT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Holyoke | 1.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Holyoke Community Charter School Holyoke | 1.8 mi | 5.0 |
| E N White Elementary Holyoke | 2.1 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01040 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,892
Median Home Value
$255,300
Median Rent
$1,016/mo
Population
37,949
College Educated
24.3%
Homeownership
41.6%
Avg Commute
19.4 min
Poverty Rate
23.7%
Median Age
39.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Blanchard Memorial School Boxborough, MA | 6.7 |
| Charlotte M Murkland Elementary Lowell, MA | 6.7 |
| Chickering Dover, MA | 6.7 |
| Col John Robinson Westford, MA | 6.7 |
| Columbus Park Worcester, MA | 6.7 |
| H.B. Lawrence School Holyoke, MA | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kelly Elementary
What grades does Kelly Elementary serve?
Kelly Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Kelly Elementary?
Kelly Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 459 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kelly Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Kelly Elementary is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Kelly Elementary rank in MA?
Kelly Elementary ranks #727 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Kelly Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Kelly Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Kelly Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Kelly Elementary has 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 8% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Kelly Elementary a charter school?
No, Kelly Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Kelly Elementary a Title I school?
No, Kelly Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 459
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hampden County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.9%
- Phone
- (413) 534-2078
Resources & Links
District
Holyoke- District Enrollment
- 4,898
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,313
- District Rank
- #2 of 10
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