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#712 of 1,793 schools in MA

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Manchester Memorial Elementary

Elementary School · Manchester Essex Regional

43 Lincoln Street, Manchester, MA 01944

Enrollment

297

Student-Teacher

9.6:1

Score

6.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#712 of 1,793

In Manchester

#3 of 3

public schools

In district

#3 of 4

Manchester Essex Regional

School environment

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Manchester Memorial Elementary

6.7/10

Elementary School in Manchester · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Manchester Essex Regional High School

9.0/10

0.2 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Manchester Essex Regional Middle School

8.4/10

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About Manchester Memorial Elementary

Manchester Memorial Elementary is a public elementary school in Manchester, MA, part of Manchester Essex Regional. Manchester Memorial Elementary serves approximately 297 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Manchester Memorial Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #712 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Manchester Memorial Elementary show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.4 pts above district
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • District avg 6.3
  • MA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 9.6:1 students to teachers, Manchester Memorial Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.4Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-2.54 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency61.3% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency61.7% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+19.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+19.1 pts
Overall Proficiency62% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)56% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+6.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile77th
Resources & Environment9.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$26,095
Chronic Absenteeism7.1%

Manchester Memorial Elementary — Students at Manchester Memorial Elementary score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 72.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 74.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.6% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 82 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
77%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
85%
ELA
89%
2011
Math
86%
ELA
90%
2012
Math
86%
ELA
85%
2013
Math
77%
ELA
81%
2014
Math
75%
ELA
84%
2015
Math
86%
ELA
84%
2016
Math
77%
ELA
73%
2017
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2018
Math
74.3%
ELA
82.3%
2019
Math
68%
ELA
78.3%
2020*
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2021*
Math
68.8%
ELA
78.8%
2022
Math
71.3%
ELA
72%
2023
Math
71.7%
ELA
60%
2024
Math
67%
ELA
57.7%
2025
Math
61.3%
ELA
61.7%

* 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: 4.4/10.

How Manchester Memorial Elementary Compares

See how Manchester Memorial Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.7/10
60th percentile in MA
Academic
8.5/10
Excellent
Growth
4.4/10
Below Average
Environment
9.8/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
7.1%

Location

43 Lincoln Street, Manchester, MA 01944

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Manchester Memorial Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Centerville Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Beverly), which scores notably higher. Another option is HARBORLIGHT MONTESSORI (rated 7.4/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Beverly), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, GLEN URQUHART SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Beverly), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Manchester, see our Manchester schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Manchester Essex Regional High School Manchester 0.2 mi 9.0
Manchester Essex Regional Middle School Manchester 0.2 mi 8.4
TARA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Manchester By The Sea 0.3 mi
LANDMARK ELEMENTARYMIDDLE SCHOOL Manchester 1.6 mi 7.7
BROOKWOOD SCHOOL Manchester 1.7 mi 6.8
GLEN URQUHART SCHOOL Beverly 2.8 mi 7.3
Essex Elementary Essex 3.9 mi 5.9
West Parish Gloucester 3.9 mi 4.3
LANDMARK HIGH SCHOOL Prides Crossing 4.0 mi 7.8
Centerville Elementary Beverly 3.9 mi 8.3
WARING SCHOOL Beverly 4.2 mi 6.8
THE ACADEMY AT PENGUIN HALL Wenham 4.3 mi 5.8
Gloucester High Gloucester 5.1 mi 5.8
Cove Elementary Beverly 5.0 mi 4.5
Miles River Middle Hamilton 5.4 mi 8.6
Hamilton-Wenham Regional High South Hamilton 5.5 mi 8.7
HARBORLIGHT MONTESSORI Beverly 5.1 mi 7.4
FAITH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Gloucester 5.7 mi
Hannah Elementary Beverly 5.3 mi 7.2
Ralph B O'Maley Middle Gloucester 5.9 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01944 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$197,875

Median Home Value

$932,000

Median Rent

$1,872/mo

Population

5,368

College Educated

84%

Homeownership

70%

Avg Commute

30.7 min

Poverty Rate

2.8%

Median Age

48.2

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Col John Robinson Westford, MA 6.7
Columbus Park Worcester, MA 6.7
H.B. Lawrence School Holyoke, MA 6.7
Holland Elementary Holland, MA 6.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Manchester Memorial Elementary

What grades does Manchester Memorial Elementary serve?

Manchester Memorial Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Manchester Memorial Elementary?

Manchester Memorial Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 297 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Manchester Memorial Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Manchester Memorial Elementary is 9.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Manchester Memorial Elementary rank in MA?

Manchester Memorial Elementary ranks #712 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Manchester Memorial Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Manchester Memorial 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 Manchester Memorial Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Manchester Memorial Elementary has 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Manchester Memorial Elementary a charter school?

No, Manchester Memorial Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Manchester Memorial Elementary a Title I school?

No, Manchester Memorial Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
52 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
21 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
297
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Essex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
7.1%

District

Manchester Essex Regional
District Enrollment
1,200
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$26,095
District Rank
#3 of 4

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