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#351 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 20% in state

Phelps Elementary School

Elementary School · Rockland

1 Lt. Col. Brian Duffy Way, Rockland, MA 02370

Enrollment

640

Student-Teacher

14.2:1

Score

8.0

Grades

1st – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#351 of 1,793

In Rockland

#1 of 4

public schools

In district

#1 of 4

Rockland

Academic growth

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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Phelps Elementary School

8.0/10

Elementary School in Rockland · grades 1st – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.1/10

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7.0/10

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About Phelps Elementary School

Phelps Elementary School is a public elementary school in Rockland, MA, part of Rockland. Phelps Elementary School serves approximately 640 students, and covers grades 1st-4th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Phelps Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #351 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Phelps Elementary School show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.3 pts above district
  • This school 8.0 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.7
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.8Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-0.27 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics7.0Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency48% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency40.5% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+5.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-2.1 pts
Overall Proficiency44% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+1.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile55th
Resources & Environment7.3Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,313
Chronic Absenteeism6.7%

Phelps Elementary School — Students at Phelps Elementary School score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 49.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.8% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 46.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.6% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 56 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
37%
ELA
37%
2010
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
32%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
45.3%
ELA
46.7%
2019
Math
52.7%
ELA
53.7%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
47.3%
ELA
56.3%
2022
Math
57.3%
ELA
39.7%
2023
Math
65%
ELA
47.5%
2024
Math
48.5%
ELA
39%
2025
Math
48%
ELA
40.5%

* 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: 8.8/10.

How Phelps Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.0/10
81th percentile in MA
Academic
7.0/10
Very Good
Growth
8.8/10
Excellent
Environment
7.3/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
45 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
6.7%

Location

1 Lt. Col. Brian Duffy Way, Rockland, MA 02370

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Phelps Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Louise A Conley (rated 7.8/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Whitman), with a very similar rating. Another option is Beaver Brook Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Abington), with a comparable rating. Additionally, R Stewart Esten (rated 7.3/10, 1.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Rockland, see our Rockland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.7 mi
School Distance Rating
John W Rogers Middle Rockland 0.2 mi 6.1
Rockland Senior High Rockland 0.2 mi 7.0
ST BRIDGET SCHOOL Abington 1.1 mi 4.2
Beaver Brook Elementary Abington 1.3 mi 7.5
R Stewart Esten Rockland 1.7 mi 7.3
Abington Early Education Program Abington 1.8 mi 3.3
Abington High Abington 1.8 mi 5.1
Abington Middle School Abington 1.8 mi 5.1
Thomas W. Hamilton Primary School South Weymouth 2.7 mi 6.6
John H Duval Whitman 2.8 mi 5.6
Hanover Middle Hanover 2.3 mi 7.7
South Shore Charter Public School Norwell 2.9 mi 5.8
Ralph Talbot South Weymouth 3.4 mi 6.0
Woodsdale Elementary School Abington 2.6 mi 4.8
Hanover High Hanover 2.6 mi 8.4
THE ACCORD SCHOOL Norwell 3.2 mi
Louise A Conley Whitman 3.4 mi 7.8
Cedar Elementary Hanover 2.8 mi 3.9
FUSION HINGHAM Hingham 3.8 mi
OLD COLONY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Hingham 3.7 mi 5.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02370 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$101,475

Median Home Value

$452,300

Median Rent

$1,497/mo

Population

17,709

College Educated

34.3%

Homeownership

78.1%

Avg Commute

29.8 min

Poverty Rate

7.5%

Median Age

39.8

Similar Schools

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Acushnet Elementary School Acushnet, MA 8.0
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Boyden Walpole, MA 8.0
Cottage Street Sharon, MA 8.0
Egremont Pittsfield, MA 8.0
Hopkins Elementary School Hopkinton, MA 8.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Phelps Elementary School

What grades does Phelps Elementary School serve?

Phelps Elementary School serves students in grades 1st through 4th.

How many students attend Phelps Elementary School?

Phelps Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 640 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Phelps Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Phelps Elementary School is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Phelps Elementary School rank in MA?

Phelps Elementary School ranks #351 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Phelps Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Phelps Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Phelps Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Phelps Elementary School has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Phelps Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Phelps Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Phelps Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
60 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
1st – 4th
Enrollment
640
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
45
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Plymouth County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
6.7%

District

Rockland
District Enrollment
2,140
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,313
District Rank
#1 of 4

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