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#234 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 13% in state

North Beverly Elementary

Elementary School · Beverly

48 Putnam Street, Beverly, MA 01915

Enrollment

347

Student-Teacher

12.4:1

Score

8.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#234 of 1,793

In Beverly

#3 of 8

public schools

In district

#3 of 8

Beverly

Academic performance

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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North Beverly Elementary

8.3/10

Elementary School in Beverly · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About North Beverly Elementary

North Beverly Elementary is a public elementary school in Beverly, MA, part of Beverly. North Beverly Elementary serves approximately 347 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. North Beverly Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #234 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for North Beverly Elementary show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.9 pts above district
  • This school 8.3 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.4
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.6Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-0.41 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.2Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency74% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency58% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+31.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+15.4 pts
Overall Proficiency66% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+19.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile88th
Resources & Environment6.1Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,051
Chronic Absenteeism15%

North Beverly Elementary — Students at North Beverly Elementary score 66% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 64.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.9% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 60.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
46.2% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 58 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
50%
ELA
58%
2010
Math
53%
ELA
58%
2011
Math
45%
ELA
54%
2012
Math
51%
ELA
55%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
61%
ELA
59%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
65%
2016
Math
55%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
68%
2018
Math
61.5%
ELA
69.3%
2019
Math
78%
ELA
66%
2020*
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
61.7%
ELA
61.7%
2022
Math
64.7%
ELA
53%
2023
Math
70.5%
ELA
52.5%
2024
Math
74.5%
ELA
53.5%
2025
Math
74%
ELA
58%

* 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: 8.6/10.

How North Beverly Elementary Compares

See how North Beverly Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.3/10
87th percentile in MA
Academic
9.2/10
Excellent
Growth
8.6/10
Excellent
Environment
6.1/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.0%

Location

48 Putnam Street, Beverly, MA 01915

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering North Beverly Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bessie Buker Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Wenham), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Ayers/Ryal Side School (rated 8.5/10, 2.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Centerville Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Beverly, see our Beverly schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
NORTH SHORE RECOVERY HIGH SCHOOL Beverly 0.8 mi 6.1
HOPEFUL JOURNEYS EDUCATIONAL CENTER Beverly 0.8 mi 8.2
SHORE COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Beverly 0.9 mi 7.6
Beverly High Beverly 1.1 mi 6.0
Hannah Elementary Beverly 1.1 mi 7.2
Beverly Middle School Beverly 1.2 mi 6.6
THE SAINTS ACADEMY Beverly 1.0 mi 4.7
WALDORF SCHOOL AT MORAINE FARM Beverly 1.0 mi 7.1
McKeown School Beverly 1.3 mi 5.1
HARBORLIGHT MONTESSORI Beverly 1.3 mi 7.4
BEVERLY SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF Beverly 1.8 mi 6.7
Bessie Buker Elementary Wenham 2.0 mi 9.1
NEW ENGLAND ACADEMY Beverly 1.5 mi 5.7
Ayers/Ryal Side School Beverly 2.0 mi 8.5
Cove Elementary Beverly 2.0 mi 4.5
Winthrop School South Hamilton 2.3 mi 6.1
THE ACADEMY AT PENGUIN HALL Wenham 1.9 mi 5.8
MRS ALEXANDER'S SCHOOL Beverly 2.4 mi
WARING SCHOOL Beverly 1.9 mi 6.8
Centerville Elementary Beverly 1.9 mi 8.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01915 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$102,347

Median Home Value

$619,600

Median Rent

$1,684/mo

Population

41,656

College Educated

51.4%

Homeownership

59.4%

Avg Commute

29.8 min

Poverty Rate

10.1%

Median Age

38.9

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Alice M Barrows Reading, MA 8.3
Centerville Elementary Beverly, MA 8.3
Federal Furnace School Plymouth, MA 8.3
John D Runkle Brookline, MA 8.3
Swallow/Union School Dunstable, MA 8.3
Williams Pittsfield, MA 8.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about North Beverly Elementary

What grades does North Beverly Elementary serve?

North Beverly Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.

How many students attend North Beverly Elementary?

North Beverly Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 347 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at North Beverly Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at North Beverly 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 North Beverly Elementary rank in MA?

North Beverly Elementary ranks #234 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is North Beverly Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

North Beverly Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 North Beverly Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, North Beverly Elementary has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is North Beverly Elementary a charter school?

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

Is North Beverly Elementary a Title I school?

No, North Beverly Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
54 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
21 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
347
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Essex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.0%

District

Beverly
District Enrollment
4,502
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,051
District Rank
#3 of 8

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