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Parlin School

Elementary School · Everett

587 Broadway Street, Everett, MA 02149

Enrollment

1,012

Student-Teacher

14.5:1

Score

3.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,659 of 1,793

In Everett

#5 of 11

public schools

In district

#4 of 10

Everett

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Parlin School

3.8/10

Elementary School in Everett · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Pioneer Charter School of Science

8.2/10

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3.2/10

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About Parlin School

Parlin School is a public elementary school in Everett, MA, part of Everett. Parlin School serves approximately 1,012 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Parlin School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,659 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Parlin School show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.4 pts above district
  • This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 3.4
  • MA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

40% of students at Parlin School 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.9Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-2.28 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics3.0Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency16% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency16.8% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-26.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-25.8 pts
Overall Proficiency16% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)30% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-13.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile11th
Resources & Environment2.0Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,117
Chronic Absenteeism39.5%

Parlin School — Students at Parlin School score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 21.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.4% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 24.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.5% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 130 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
39%
ELA
49%
2010
Math
45%
ELA
60%
2011
Math
44%
ELA
56%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
55%
2013
Math
37%
ELA
54%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
38%
2015
Math
40%
ELA
54%
2016
Math
23%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
24%
ELA
31%
2018
Math
25%
ELA
30.9%
2019
Math
31.4%
ELA
28.6%
2020*
Math
9%
ELA
18%
2021*
Math
9.7%
ELA
17.1%
2022
Math
17.4%
ELA
15.3%
2023
Math
15.7%
ELA
16.7%
2024
Math
11.2%
ELA
10.3%
2025
Math
16%
ELA
16.8%

* 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: 4.9/10.

How Parlin School Compares

See how Parlin School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.8/10
8th percentile in MA
Academic
3.0/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
4.9/10
Below Average
Environment
2.0/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
70 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
39.5%

Location

587 Broadway Street, Everett, MA 02149

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Parlin School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ferryway (rated 6.3/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Malden), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST ANTHONY SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CHEVERUS CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 5.3/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Malden), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Everett, see our Everett schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Pioneer Charter School of Science Everett 0.2 mi 8.2
Webster Extension Everett 0.2 mi 3.2
Devens School Everett 0.3 mi 4.2
George Keverian School Everett 0.3 mi 3.3
Everett High Everett 0.4 mi 4.8
ST ANTHONY SCHOOL Everett 0.6 mi 6.2
Sumner G. Whittier School Everett 0.6 mi 2.4
Lafayette School Everett 0.8 mi 4.5
Webster School Everett 0.6 mi 3.4
Ferryway Malden 0.9 mi 6.3
Adams School Everett 0.8 mi 2.9
Chelsea High Chelsea 0.9 mi 4.9
Chelsea Opportunity Academy Chelsea 0.9 mi 5.5
MALDEN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Malden 1.1 mi 5.0
Madeline English School Everett 0.9 mi 3.0
SEAPORT ACADEMY Chelsea 1.4 mi
Salemwood Malden 1.4 mi 3.9
Malden High Malden 1.3 mi 4.4
CHEVERUS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Malden 1.3 mi 5.3
Eugene Wright Science and Technology Academy Chelsea 1.4 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02149 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$79,658

Median Home Value

$605,200

Median Rent

$1,988/mo

Population

49,236

College Educated

23.5%

Homeownership

36.5%

Avg Commute

35.3 min

Poverty Rate

15.4%

Median Age

35.8

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Kingston Elementary Kingston, MA 3.9
North End Elementary Fall River, MA 3.9
Salemwood Malden, MA 3.9
Dr W Arnone Community School Brockton, MA 3.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Parlin School

What grades does Parlin School serve?

Parlin School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Parlin School?

Parlin School has an enrollment of approximately 1,012 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Parlin School?

The student-teacher ratio at Parlin School is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Parlin School rank in MA?

Parlin School ranks #1,659 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Parlin School's MySchoolScout rating?

Parlin School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 Parlin School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Parlin School has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Parlin School a charter school?

No, Parlin School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Parlin School a Title I school?

No, Parlin School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
91 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
53 Good Transit
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
1,012
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
70
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
39.5%

District

Everett
District Enrollment
7,345
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,117
District Rank
#4 of 10

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