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#71 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 4% in state

Pine Grove

Elementary School · Triton

191 Main Street, Rowley, MA 01969

Enrollment

447

Student-Teacher

11.8:1

Score

9.2

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#71 of 1,793

In district

#1 of 5

Triton

Academic growth

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Pine Grove

9.2/10

Elementary School in Rowley · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Pine Grove

Pine Grove is a public elementary school in Rowley, MA, part of Triton. Pine Grove serves approximately 447 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Pine Grove has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10 and ranks #71 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Pine Grove show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.1 pts above district
  • This school 9.2 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.1
  • MA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Pine Grove sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.8Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change+1.63 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics8.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency55.8% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency61.2% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+13.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+18.6 pts
Overall Proficiency59% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+9.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile77th
Resources & Environment9.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,480
Chronic Absenteeism13.6%

Pine Grove — Students at Pine Grove score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 51.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.3% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 57.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.5% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)

Based on 88 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
73%
ELA
78%
2010
Math
64%
ELA
78%
2011
Math
61%
ELA
73%
2012
Math
68%
ELA
73%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
76%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
78%
2015
Math
66%
ELA
78%
2016
Math
39%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
38%
ELA
54%
2018
Math
45%
ELA
56%
2019
Math
46.8%
ELA
56.2%
2020*
Math
30%
ELA
50%
2021*
Math
29.4%
ELA
46.6%
2022
Math
51.4%
ELA
52%
2023
Math
61%
ELA
53.8%
2024
Math
58.8%
ELA
52.5%
2025
Math
55.8%
ELA
61.3%

* 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: 9.8/10.

How Pine Grove Compares

See how Pine Grove performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.2/10
96th percentile in MA
Academic
8.5/10
Excellent
Growth
9.8/10
Excellent
Environment
9.0/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
38 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.6%

Location

191 Main Street, Rowley, MA 01969

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pine Grove may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Newbury Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Newbury), with a very similar rating. Another option is Steward Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby Topsfield), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Paul F Doyon Memorial (rated 8.7/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Ipswich), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Rowley, see our Rowley schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.5 mi
School Distance Rating
NORTH SHORE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Rowley 0.7 mi
SOLSTICE SCHOOL Rowley 1.5 mi
Paul F Doyon Memorial Ipswich 2.2 mi 8.7
Ipswich High Ipswich 2.3 mi 8.8
Ipswich Middle School Ipswich 2.3 mi 7.3
CLARK SCHOOL Rowley 2.6 mi 5.8
Winthrop Ipswich 3.0 mi 6.7
Triton Regional Middle School Byfield 3.0 mi 7.6
Triton Regional High School Byfield 3.0 mi 6.5
CUVILLY ARTS & EARTH CENTER Ipswich 3.2 mi
Newbury Elementary Newbury 5.1 mi 9.1
PINGREE SCHOOL South Hamilton 5.2 mi 7.2
Steward Elementary Topsfield 5.4 mi 8.8
River Valley Charter School Newburyport 6.3 mi 7.6
Miles River Middle Hamilton 6.2 mi 8.6
Hamilton-Wenham Regional High South Hamilton 6.2 mi 8.7
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION NEWBURYPORT Newburyport 6.4 mi 5.6
Rupert A Nock Middle Newburyport 6.4 mi 8.5
Edward G. Molin Elementary School Newburyport 6.4 mi 7.9
NEWBURYPORT MONTESSORI SCHOOL Newburyport 6.5 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01969 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$117,177

Median Home Value

$633,900

Median Rent

$1,424/mo

Population

6,214

College Educated

51.2%

Homeownership

81.8%

Avg Commute

29.4 min

Poverty Rate

1.4%

Median Age

50

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Bridge Lexington, MA 9.2
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Lucretia and Joseph Brown School Marblehead, MA 9.2
Morse Cambridge, MA 9.2
William H Lincoln Brookline, MA 9.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pine Grove

What grades does Pine Grove serve?

Pine Grove serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Pine Grove?

Pine Grove has an enrollment of approximately 447 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Pine Grove?

The student-teacher ratio at Pine Grove is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Pine Grove rank in MA?

Pine Grove ranks #71 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Pine Grove's MySchoolScout rating?

Pine Grove has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 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 Pine Grove?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Pine Grove has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Pine Grove a charter school?

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

Is Pine Grove a Title I school?

No, Pine Grove is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
36 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
447
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
38
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Essex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.6%

District

Triton
District Enrollment
2,155
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,480
District Rank
#1 of 5

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