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#515 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 29% in state

Proctor Elementary

Middle School · Topsfield

60 Main Street, Topsfield, MA 01983

Enrollment

254

Student-Teacher

10.6:1

Score

7.4

Grades

4th – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#515 of 1,793

In Topsfield

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#2 of 2

Topsfield

School environment

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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Proctor Elementary

7.4/10

Middle School in Topsfield · grades 4th – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Proctor Elementary

Proctor Elementary is a public middle school in Topsfield, MA, part of Topsfield. Proctor Elementary serves approximately 254 students, and covers grades 4th-6th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Proctor Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #515 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Proctor Elementary show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts above MA schools
  • This school 7.4 · Very Good
  • MA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.4Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-1.58 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.5Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency55.8% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency58.8% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+12 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+17.5 pts
Overall Proficiency57% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)60% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-2.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile63th
Resources & Environment8.7Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,215
Chronic Absenteeism7.9%

Proctor Elementary — Students at Proctor Elementary score 57% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 58.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.3% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 64.1% (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
75%
ELA
88%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
83%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
81%
2012
Math
73%
ELA
78%
2013
Math
77%
ELA
83%
2014
Math
73%
ELA
76%
2015
Math
80%
ELA
80%
2016
Math
70%
ELA
66%
2017
Math
63%
ELA
68%
2018
Math
67%
ELA
66%
2019
Math
67.2%
ELA
66.4%
2020*
Math
34%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
34.2%
ELA
62.2%
2022
Math
58.4%
ELA
56%
2023
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2024
Math
50.3%
ELA
49.8%
2025
Math
55.8%
ELA
58.8%

* 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: 6.4/10.

How Proctor Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
7.4/10
71th percentile in MA
Academic
7.5/10
Very Good
Growth
6.4/10
Average
Environment
8.7/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
7.9%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

60 Main Street, Topsfield, MA 01983

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Proctor Elementary may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Holten Richmond Middle School (rated 6.6/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Danvers), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Masconomet Regional Middle School (rated 6.2/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Boxford), a more accessible option. For more schools in Topsfield, see our Topsfield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Masconomet Regional Middle School Boxford 1.5 mi 6.2
Masconomet Regional High School Boxford 1.5 mi 8.7
Steward Elementary Topsfield 1.6 mi 8.8
Ivan G Smith Danvers 3.7 mi 5.0
Harry Lee Cole Boxford 2.9 mi 7.4
Essex North Shore Agricultural and Technical School Hathorne 3.7 mi 7.1
Danvers High Danvers 4.1 mi 6.1
CLARK SCHOOL Rowley 4.2 mi 5.8
Great Oak Danvers 4.9 mi 5.7
PLUMFIELD ACADEMY INC Danvers 4.7 mi
PINGREE SCHOOL South Hamilton 3.6 mi 7.2
ST MARY OF THE ANNUNCIATION SCHOOL Danvers 5.0 mi 5.4
Bessie Buker Elementary Wenham 4.0 mi 9.1
LITTLE HANDS CHILDRENS CENTER Danvers 5.0 mi
Willis E Thorpe Danvers 5.0 mi 8.1
NEW ENGLAND ACADEMY Beverly 4.9 mi 5.7
Holten Richmond Middle School Danvers 5.2 mi 6.6
Cutler School South Hamilton 4.0 mi 5.4
Highlands Danvers 5.3 mi 4.6
Howe-Manning Middleton 4.5 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01983 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$176,698

Median Home Value

$810,400

Median Rent

$1,003/mo

Population

6,535

College Educated

73%

Homeownership

90.4%

Poverty Rate

7.5%

Median Age

42.3

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Triton Regional Middle School Byfield, MA 7.6
W.E.B. Du Bois Regional Middle School Great Barrington, MA 7.6
Chocksett Middle School Sterling, MA 7.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Proctor Elementary

What grades does Proctor Elementary serve?

Proctor Elementary serves students in grades 4th through 6th.

How many students attend Proctor Elementary?

Proctor Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 254 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Proctor Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Proctor Elementary is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Proctor Elementary rank in MA?

Proctor Elementary ranks #515 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Proctor Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Proctor Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Proctor Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Proctor Elementary has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Proctor Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Proctor Elementary a Title I school?

No, Proctor Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
41 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
60 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
4th – 6th
Enrollment
254
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Essex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
7.9%

District

Topsfield
District Enrollment
611
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,215
District Rank
#2 of 2

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