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#546 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 30% in state

Rockport Elementary

Elementary School · Rockport

34 Jerdens Lane, Rockport, MA 01966

Enrollment

272

Student-Teacher

8.5:1

Score

7.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#546 of 1,793

In Rockport

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#2 of 3

Rockport

School environment

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Rockport Elementary

7.3/10

Elementary School in Rockport · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Rockport Middle

6.8/10

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Rockport High

7.7/10

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About Rockport Elementary

Rockport Elementary is a public elementary school in Rockport, MA, part of Rockport. Rockport Elementary serves approximately 272 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 8.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Rockport Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #546 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Rockport Elementary show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts above MA schools
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • MA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 8.5:1 students to teachers, Rockport Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.0Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-0.82 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics4.7Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency36% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency36.7% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-6.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-5.9 pts
Overall Proficiency36% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)53% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-16.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile28th
Resources & Environment9.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$28,999
Chronic Absenteeism16.9%

Rockport Elementary — Students at Rockport Elementary score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 45.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 50.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.6% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 82 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
62%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
61%
ELA
71%
2011
Math
64%
ELA
70%
2012
Math
61%
ELA
73%
2013
Math
66%
ELA
74%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
82%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
37.5%
ELA
47.5%
2019
Math
48.3%
ELA
51.8%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
32.5%
ELA
51%
2022
Math
49%
ELA
28.8%
2023
Math
40.7%
ELA
44%
2024
Math
42.3%
ELA
43.7%
2025
Math
36%
ELA
36.7%

* 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: 8.0/10.

How Rockport Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
7.3/10
70th percentile in MA
Academic
4.7/10
Below Average
Growth
8.0/10
Excellent
Environment
9.5/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.9%

Location

34 Jerdens Lane, Rockport, MA 01966

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Rockport Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Plum Cove School (rated 8.0/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Gloucester), which scores slightly higher. Another option is GLEN URQUHART SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 11.9 miles away, in nearby Beverly), with a very similar rating. Additionally, BROOKWOOD SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 10.9 miles away, in nearby Manchester), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Rockport, see our Rockport schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 12.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Rockport Middle Rockport 0.1 mi 6.8
Rockport High Rockport 0.1 mi 7.7
Gloucester PreSchool Gloucester 2.7 mi 5.7
Plum Cove School Gloucester 2.9 mi 8.0
Beeman Memorial Gloucester 3.3 mi 3.3
Ralph B O'Maley Middle Gloucester 3.4 mi 5.9
FAITH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Gloucester 3.7 mi
Gloucester High Gloucester 4.2 mi 5.8
West Parish Gloucester 5.6 mi 4.3
Manchester Essex Regional High School Manchester 9.2 mi 9.0
Manchester Essex Regional Middle School Manchester 9.2 mi 8.4
Manchester Memorial Elementary Manchester 9.3 mi 6.7
TARA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Manchester By The Sea 9.5 mi
Essex Elementary Essex 9.2 mi 5.9
LANDMARK ELEMENTARYMIDDLE SCHOOL Manchester 10.9 mi 7.7
BROOKWOOD SCHOOL Manchester 10.9 mi 6.8
CUVILLY ARTS & EARTH CENTER Ipswich 11.3 mi
GLEN URQUHART SCHOOL Beverly 11.9 mi 7.3
Winthrop Ipswich 11.8 mi 6.7
Miles River Middle Hamilton 12.1 mi 8.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01966 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$93,227

Median Home Value

$692,500

Median Rent

$1,827/mo

Population

6,977

College Educated

57.2%

Homeownership

69.2%

Avg Commute

28 min

Poverty Rate

3.6%

Median Age

59.7

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Bernardston Elementary Bernardston, MA 7.3
Bowen Newton Centre, MA 7.3
Early Childhood Center Dedham, MA 7.3
East Fairhaven Fairhaven, MA 7.3
Eddy Elementary Brewster, MA 7.3
GLEN URQUHART SCHOOL Beverly, MA 7.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Rockport Elementary

What grades does Rockport Elementary serve?

Rockport Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Rockport Elementary?

Rockport Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 272 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Rockport Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Rockport Elementary is 8.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Rockport Elementary rank in MA?

Rockport Elementary ranks #546 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Rockport Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Rockport Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Rockport Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Rockport Elementary has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Rockport Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Rockport Elementary a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
34 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
272
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Essex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.9%

District

Rockport
District Enrollment
671
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$28,999
District Rank
#2 of 3

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