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#838 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 47% in state
Shay Elementary
Elementary School · Amesbury
193R Lions Mouth Road, Amesbury, MA 01913
Enrollment
487
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
487
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#838 of 1,793
In Amesbury
#4 of 5
public schools
In district
#4 of 5
Amesbury
School environment
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Shay Elementary
Elementary School in Amesbury · grades Pre-K – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Shay Elementary
Shay Elementary is a public elementary school in Amesbury, MA, part of Amesbury. Shay Elementary serves approximately 487 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Shay Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #838 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Shay Elementary show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2023) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2023).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Shay Elementary — Students at Shay Elementary score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2022-23)
Based on 48 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 4.1/10.
How Shay Elementary Compares
See how Shay Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
193R Lions Mouth Road, Amesbury, MA 01913
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Shay Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Dr John C Page School (rated 9.0/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby West Newbury), which scores notably higher. Another option is South Hampton Barnard School (rated 8.2/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby South Hampton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Kensington Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Kensington), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Amesbury, see our Amesbury schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Charles C Cashman Elementary Amesbury | 0.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Amesbury High Amesbury | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| AMESBURY MONTESSORI Amesbury | 0.6 mi | — |
| Amesbury Innovation High School Amesbury | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| AMESBURY SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL South Hampton | 1.5 mi | — |
| Amesbury Middle Amesbury | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| South Hampton Barnard School South Hampton | 1.8 mi | 8.2 |
| SPARHAWK SCHOOL INC Amesbury | 2.1 mi | 6.6 |
| THE CHILDRENS CASTLE West Newbury | 3.3 mi | — |
| Dr John C Page School West Newbury | 3.4 mi | 9.0 |
| Helen R Donaghue School Merrimac | 3.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Dr Frederick N Sweetsir Merrimac | 3.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Francis T Bresnahan Elementary Newburyport | 3.8 mi | 4.7 |
| Kensington Elementary School Kensington | 4.9 mi | 8.0 |
| East Kingston Elementary School East Kingston | 4.6 mi | 6.8 |
| MERRIMAC HEIGHTS ACADEMY Merrimac | 4.0 mi | — |
| Newburyport High Newburyport | 4.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Rupert A Nock Middle Newburyport | 4.6 mi | 8.5 |
| Edward G. Molin Elementary School Newburyport | 4.6 mi | 7.9 |
| River Valley Charter School Newburyport | 4.7 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01913 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$100,599
Median Home Value
$475,400
Median Rent
$1,573/mo
Population
17,277
College Educated
42.5%
Homeownership
68.3%
Avg Commute
30.6 min
Poverty Rate
7%
Median Age
44.2
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|---|---|
| Archie T Morrison Braintree, MA | 6.4 |
| Belmont Street Community Worcester, MA | 6.4 |
| Cabot Newtonville, MA | 6.4 |
| Francis W Parker Quincy, MA | 6.4 |
| Greenwood Sarah K-8 School Dorchester, MA | 6.4 |
| Hanscom Middle Hanscom Air Force Base, MA | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Shay Elementary
What grades does Shay Elementary serve?
Shay Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Shay Elementary?
Shay Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 487 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Shay Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Shay Elementary is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Shay Elementary rank in MA?
Shay Elementary ranks #838 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Shay Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Shay Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Shay Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Shay Elementary has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2023) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2023).
Is Shay Elementary a charter school?
No, Shay Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Shay Elementary a Title I school?
No, Shay Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 487
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.9%
- Phone
- (978) 388-3659
Resources & Links
District
Amesbury- District Enrollment
- 1,817
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,059
- District Rank
- #4 of 5
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