Below Average
#1484 of 1,793 schools in MA
Based on limited data
Shurtleff Early Childhood
Elementary School · Chelsea
99 Hawthorn Street, Chelsea, MA 02150
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 10 schools in Chelsea. Learn more
Enrollment
806
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Enrollment
806
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,484 of 1,793
In Chelsea
#10 of 12
public schools
In district
#9 of 11
Chelsea
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Shurtleff Early Childhood
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About Shurtleff Early Childhood
Shurtleff Early Childhood is a public elementary school in Chelsea, MA, part of Chelsea. Shurtleff Early Childhood serves approximately 806 students, and covers grades Pre-K-1st, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Shurtleff Early Childhood has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,484 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Based on limited data: 44% component coverage.
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 5.4
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
38% of students at Shurtleff Early Childhood were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Test Scores
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How Shurtleff Early Childhood Compares
See how Shurtleff Early Childhood performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
99 Hawthorn Street, Chelsea, MA 02150
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Shurtleff Early Childhood may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Alighieri Dante Montessori School (rated 9.6/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby East Boston), which scores notably higher. Another option is Otis Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby East Boston), which scores notably higher. Additionally, William A Berkowitz Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chelsea, see our Chelsea schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02150 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,122
Median Home Value
$476,500
Median Rent
$1,861/mo
Population
39,444
College Educated
22%
Homeownership
29.2%
Avg Commute
33.5 min
Poverty Rate
20.6%
Median Age
34.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Barbieri Elementary Framingham, MA | 4.5 |
| E Somerville Community Somerville, MA | 4.5 |
| Elizabeth Pole Taunton, MA | 4.5 |
| Henry B. Burkland Elementary School Middleborough, MA | 4.5 |
| Lafayette School Everett, MA | 4.5 |
| Lee K-8 School Dorchester, MA | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Shurtleff Early Childhood
What grades does Shurtleff Early Childhood serve?
Shurtleff Early Childhood serves students in grades Pre-K through 1st.
How many students attend Shurtleff Early Childhood?
Shurtleff Early Childhood has an enrollment of approximately 806 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Shurtleff Early Childhood?
The student-teacher ratio at Shurtleff Early Childhood is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Shurtleff Early Childhood rank in MA?
Shurtleff Early Childhood ranks #1,484 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Shurtleff Early Childhood's MySchoolScout rating?
Shurtleff Early Childhood has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Shurtleff Early Childhood a charter school?
No, Shurtleff Early Childhood is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Shurtleff Early Childhood a Title I school?
No, Shurtleff Early Childhood is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 1st
- Enrollment
- 806
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 59
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.5%
- Phone
- (617) 466-5150
Resources & Links
District
Chelsea- District Enrollment
- 6,148
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,435
- District Rank
- #9 of 11
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