Excellent
#353 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 20% in state
Major Howard W. Beal School
Elementary School · Shrewsbury
214 Lake St, Shrewsbury, MA 01545
Enrollment
608
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
608
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#353 of 1,793
In Shrewsbury
#1 of 9
public schools
In district
#1 of 9
Shrewsbury
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Major Howard W. Beal School
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About Major Howard W. Beal School
Major Howard W. Beal School is a public elementary school in Shrewsbury, MA, part of Shrewsbury. Major Howard W.
Beal School serves approximately 608 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Major Howard W. Beal School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #353 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Major Howard W. Beal School show 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- District avg 6.7
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Major Howard W. Beal School — Students at Major Howard W. Beal School score 61% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 18 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.4/10.
How Major Howard W. Beal School Compares
See how Major Howard W. Beal School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
214 Lake St, Shrewsbury, MA 01545
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Major Howard W. Beal School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. AL-HAMRA ACADEMY (rated 8.8/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Lake View (rated 8.2/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Worcester), with a very similar rating. Additionally, SHREWSBURY MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Shrewsbury, see our Shrewsbury schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Oak Middle School Shrewsbury | 0.7 mi | 7.6 |
| SHREWSBURY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Shrewsbury | 0.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Sherwood Middle School Shrewsbury | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Walter J. Paton School Shrewsbury | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| LILLIPUT EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Shrewsbury | 1.6 mi | — |
| ST MARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Shrewsbury | 1.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Calvin Coolidge School Shrewsbury | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Parker Road Preschool Shrewsbury | 1.5 mi | 4.3 |
| Floral Street School Shrewsbury | 1.7 mi | 6.1 |
| SHREWSBURY CHILDREN'S CENTER Shrewsbury | 1.7 mi | — |
| Lake View Worcester | 1.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Shrewsbury High School Shrewsbury | 2.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Spring Street School Shrewsbury | 2.5 mi | 5.4 |
| North Grafton Elementary North Grafton | 2.6 mi | 5.0 |
| AL-HAMRA ACADEMY Shrewsbury | 2.1 mi | 8.8 |
| Roosevelt Worcester | 2.7 mi | 4.9 |
| North High Worcester | 2.4 mi | 4.4 |
| Lincoln Street Worcester | 2.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Worcester Technical High Worcester | 2.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Rice Square Worcester | 3.3 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01545 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$136,225
Median Home Value
$555,500
Median Rent
$2,046/mo
Population
38,440
College Educated
65.6%
Homeownership
72.1%
Avg Commute
30.4 min
Poverty Rate
3.8%
Median Age
40.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Acushnet Elementary School Acushnet, MA | 8.0 |
| Alden School Duxbury, MA | 8.0 |
| Boyden Walpole, MA | 8.0 |
| Cottage Street Sharon, MA | 8.0 |
| Egremont Pittsfield, MA | 8.0 |
| Hopkins Elementary School Hopkinton, MA | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Major Howard W. Beal School
What grades does Major Howard W. Beal School serve?
Major Howard W. Beal School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Major Howard W. Beal School?
Major Howard W. Beal School has an enrollment of approximately 608 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Major Howard W. Beal School?
The student-teacher ratio at Major Howard W. Beal School is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Major Howard W. Beal School rank in MA?
Major Howard W. Beal School ranks #353 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Major Howard W. Beal School's MySchoolScout rating?
Major Howard W. Beal School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Major Howard W. Beal School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Major Howard W. Beal School has 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025).
Is Major Howard W. Beal School a charter school?
No, Major Howard W. Beal School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Major Howard W. Beal School a Title I school?
No, Major Howard W. Beal School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 608
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Worcester County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.9%
- Phone
- (508) 841-8860
Resources & Links
District
Shrewsbury- District Enrollment
- 5,921
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,868
- District Rank
- #1 of 9
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