Needs Improvement
#1761 of 1,793 schools in MA
Pentucket Lake Elementary
Elementary School · Haverhill
252 Concord Street, Haverhill, MA 01830
Enrollment
499
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
3.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
499
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
3.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,761 of 1,793
In Haverhill
#15 of 16
public schools
In district
#15 of 16
Haverhill
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Pentucket Lake Elementary
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About Pentucket Lake Elementary
Pentucket Lake Elementary is a public elementary school in Haverhill, MA, part of Haverhill. Pentucket Lake Elementary serves approximately 499 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Pentucket Lake Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,761 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Pentucket Lake Elementary show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 3.1 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.7
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Pentucket Lake 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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Pentucket Lake Elementary — Students at Pentucket Lake Elementary score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 68 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 2.5/10.
How Pentucket Lake Elementary Compares
See how Pentucket Lake Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
252 Concord Street, Haverhill, MA 01830
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pentucket Lake Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Golden Hill (rated 7.3/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Caleb Dustin Hunking School (rated 7.0/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Moody (rated 6.6/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Haverhill, see our Haverhill schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| John G Whittier Haverhill | 0.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Walnut Square Haverhill | 0.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Gateway Academy Haverhill | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| SACRED HEARTS SCHOOL Bradford | 1.8 mi | 4.2 |
| Greenleaf Academy Bradford | 1.8 mi | 4.1 |
| Golden Hill Haverhill | 1.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Dr Paul Nettle Haverhill | 1.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Tilton Haverhill | 1.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Haverhill High Haverhill | 1.7 mi | 4.1 |
| Caleb Dustin Hunking School Haverhill | 2.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Silver Hill Elementary School Haverhill | 2.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Moody Haverhill | 2.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Moody Preschool Extension Haverhill | 2.3 mi | 3.1 |
| Consentino Middle School Haverhill | 2.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Bartlett School and Assessment Center Haverhill | 2.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Bradford Elementary Bradford | 2.6 mi | 4.0 |
| Pollard Elementary School Plaistow | 3.0 mi | 5.8 |
| LITTLE EXPLORERS LEARNING CENTER Plaistow | 3.0 mi | — |
| Hill View Montessori Charter Public School Haverhill | 3.0 mi | 4.3 |
| Whittier Regional Vocational Haverhill | 2.9 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01830 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,784
Median Home Value
$436,400
Median Rent
$1,602/mo
Population
26,685
College Educated
30.4%
Homeownership
56.9%
Avg Commute
27.6 min
Poverty Rate
14.8%
Median Age
39.2
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|---|---|
| E J Harrington Lynn, MA | 3.1 |
| Frances Drake School Leominster, MA | 3.1 |
| George F. Kelly Elementary Chelsea, MA | 3.1 |
| Hyman Fine Elementary School Attleboro, MA | 3.1 |
| Oliver Elementary School Lawrence, MA | 3.1 |
| Sgt Wm H Carney Academy New Bedford, MA | 3.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pentucket Lake Elementary
What grades does Pentucket Lake Elementary serve?
Pentucket Lake Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Pentucket Lake Elementary?
Pentucket Lake Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 499 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pentucket Lake Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Pentucket Lake Elementary is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Pentucket Lake Elementary rank in MA?
Pentucket Lake Elementary ranks #1,761 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Pentucket Lake Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Pentucket Lake Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 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 Pentucket Lake Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pentucket Lake Elementary has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Pentucket Lake Elementary a charter school?
No, Pentucket Lake Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pentucket Lake Elementary a Title I school?
No, Pentucket Lake Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 499
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.9%
- Phone
- (978) 374-2421
Resources & Links
District
Haverhill- District Enrollment
- 7,882
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,615
- District Rank
- #15 of 16
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