Needs Improvement
#1748 of 1,793 schools in MA
Perley Elementary
School · Georgetown
51 North Street, Georgetown, MA 01833
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on MA statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
88
Student-Teacher
88:1
Score
3.2
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
88
Student-Teacher
88:1
Score
3.2
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,748 of 1,793
In Georgetown
#4 of 4
public schools
In district
#4 of 4
Georgetown
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About Perley Elementary
Perley Elementary is a public school in Georgetown, MA, part of Georgetown. Perley Elementary serves approximately 88 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 88:1 student-teacher ratio. Perley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,748 of 1,793 schools in MA.
- This school 3.2 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.2
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 88 students, Perley Elementary is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Perley Elementary runs 88:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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How Perley Elementary Compares
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Location
51 North Street, Georgetown, MA 01833
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Perley Elementary may also want to explore other schools in the area. Dr John C Page School (rated 9.0/10, 5.9 miles away, in nearby West Newbury), which scores notably higher. Another option is Pentucket Regional Sr High (rated 8.2/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby West Newbury), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Whittier Regional Vocational (rated 8.2/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby Haverhill), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Georgetown, see our Georgetown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Georgetown High School Georgetown | 0.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Georgetown Middle School Georgetown | 0.2 mi | 3.9 |
| Penn Brook Georgetown | 1.0 mi | 4.1 |
| Elmer S Bagnall Groveland | 2.1 mi | 8.1 |
| Spofford Pond Boxford | 2.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Pentucket Regional Middle West Newbury | 4.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Pentucket Regional Sr High West Newbury | 4.2 mi | 8.2 |
| Harry Lee Cole Boxford | 4.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Triton Regional Middle School Byfield | 3.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Triton Regional High School Byfield | 3.7 mi | 6.5 |
| CLARK SCHOOL Rowley | 4.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Golden Hill Haverhill | 4.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Dr Paul Nettle Haverhill | 4.9 mi | 4.6 |
| Dr John C Page School West Newbury | 5.9 mi | 9.0 |
| Bradford Elementary Bradford | 4.6 mi | 4.0 |
| THE CHILDRENS CASTLE West Newbury | 6.0 mi | — |
| Whittier Regional Vocational Haverhill | 6.0 mi | 8.2 |
| Proctor Elementary Topsfield | 6.2 mi | 7.4 |
| BROOKS SCHOOL North Andover | 4.9 mi | 7.1 |
| SACRED HEARTS SCHOOL Bradford | 5.3 mi | 4.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01833 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$153,565
Median Home Value
$614,700
Median Rent
$1,973/mo
Population
8,380
College Educated
53.6%
Homeownership
83.9%
Avg Commute
31.8 min
Poverty Rate
3.3%
Median Age
42.9
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Perley Elementary
What grades does Perley Elementary serve?
Perley Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Perley Elementary?
Perley Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 88 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Perley Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Perley Elementary is 88:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Perley Elementary rank in MA?
Perley Elementary ranks #1,748 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Perley Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Perley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Perley Elementary a charter school?
No, Perley Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Perley Elementary a Title I school?
No, Perley Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 88
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 88:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Phone
- (978) 352-5780
Resources & Links
District
Georgetown- District Enrollment
- 1,262
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,063
- District Rank
- #4 of 4
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