Needs Improvement
#1790 of 1,793 schools in MA
Sumner G. Whittier School
Elementary School · Everett
337 Broadway, Everett, MA 02149
Enrollment
616
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
2.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
616
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
2.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,790 of 1,793
In Everett
#11 of 11
public schools
In district
#10 of 10
Everett
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Sumner G. Whittier School
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About Sumner G. Whittier School
Sumner G. Whittier School is a public elementary school in Everett, MA, part of Everett. Sumner G.
Whittier School serves approximately 616 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Sumner G. Whittier School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,790 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Sumner G. Whittier School show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 2.4 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.4
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
39% of students at Sumner G. Whittier School 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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Sumner G. Whittier School — Students at Sumner G. Whittier School score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 130 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 1.6/10.
How Sumner G. Whittier School Compares
See how Sumner G. Whittier School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
337 Broadway, Everett, MA 02149
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sumner G. Whittier School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ferryway (rated 6.3/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Malden), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST ANTHONY SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CHEVERUS CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 5.3/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Malden), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Everett, see our Everett schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST ANTHONY SCHOOL Everett | 0.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Devens School Everett | 0.3 mi | 4.2 |
| Adams School Everett | 0.3 mi | 2.9 |
| Pioneer Charter School of Science Everett | 0.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Webster Extension Everett | 0.5 mi | 3.2 |
| Parlin School Everett | 0.6 mi | 3.8 |
| George Keverian School Everett | 0.8 mi | 3.3 |
| Madeline English School Everett | 0.9 mi | 3.0 |
| SEAPORT ACADEMY Chelsea | 1.0 mi | — |
| Everett High Everett | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| Ferryway Malden | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Chelsea High Chelsea | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Chelsea Opportunity Academy Chelsea | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Lafayette School Everett | 1.3 mi | 4.5 |
| Webster School Everett | 1.1 mi | 3.4 |
| CHEVERUS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Malden | 1.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Eugene Wright Science and Technology Academy Chelsea | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Joseph A. Browne School Chelsea | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Malden High Malden | 1.6 mi | 4.4 |
| Charlestown High School Charlestown | 1.7 mi | 3.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02149 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,658
Median Home Value
$605,200
Median Rent
$1,988/mo
Population
49,236
College Educated
23.5%
Homeownership
36.5%
Avg Commute
35.3 min
Poverty Rate
15.4%
Median Age
35.8
Similar Schools
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|---|---|
| Arlington Elementary Lawrence, MA | 2.4 |
| Richer Marlborough, MA | 2.4 |
| Veterans Early Learning Center Saugus, MA | 2.6 |
| Potter Road Framingham, MA | 2.7 |
| Hoosac Valley Elementary School Adams, MA | 2.9 |
| Hood Lynn, MA | 3.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sumner G. Whittier School
What grades does Sumner G. Whittier School serve?
Sumner G. Whittier School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Sumner G. Whittier School?
Sumner G. Whittier School has an enrollment of approximately 616 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sumner G. Whittier School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sumner G. Whittier School 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 Sumner G. Whittier School rank in MA?
Sumner G. Whittier School ranks #1,790 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Sumner G. Whittier School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sumner G. Whittier School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.4 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 Sumner G. Whittier School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sumner G. Whittier School has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Sumner G. Whittier School a charter school?
No, Sumner G. Whittier School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sumner G. Whittier School a Title I school?
No, Sumner G. Whittier School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 616
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.8%
- Phone
- (617) 394-2410
Resources & Links
District
Everett- District Enrollment
- 7,345
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,117
- District Rank
- #10 of 10
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