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Thomas Carroll

Elementary School · Peabody

60 Northend Street, Peabody, MA 01960

Enrollment

579

Student-Teacher

13.8:1

Score

3.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,718 of 1,793

In Peabody

#10 of 11

public schools

In district

#10 of 11

Peabody

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Thomas Carroll

3.4/10

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

Bishop Fenwick High School

5.3/10

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8.4/10

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About Thomas Carroll

Thomas Carroll is a public elementary school in Peabody, MA, part of Peabody. Thomas Carroll serves approximately 579 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Thomas Carroll has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,718 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Thomas Carroll show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.0 pts below district
  • This school 3.4 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 5.4
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.4Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-2.99 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics3.3Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency25.3% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency23% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-16.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-19.6 pts
Overall Proficiency24% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-21.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile14th
Resources & Environment3.4Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,315
Chronic Absenteeism24.4%

Thomas Carroll — Students at Thomas Carroll score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 34.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 37.2% (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
54%
ELA
65%
2010
Math
48%
ELA
60%
2011
Math
50%
ELA
64%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
51%
ELA
61%
2014
Math
46%
ELA
59%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
43%
ELA
48%
2017
Math
39%
ELA
49%
2018
Math
39.3%
ELA
47.8%
2019
Math
35%
ELA
40.3%
2020*
Math
23%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
23.3%
ELA
31%
2022
Math
24.8%
ELA
19%
2023
Math
28%
ELA
24.3%
2024
Math
28%
ELA
17.3%
2025
Math
25.3%
ELA
23%

* 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: 3.4/10.

How Thomas Carroll Compares

See how Thomas Carroll performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.4/10
4th percentile in MA
Academic
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
3.4/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
42 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.4%

Location

60 Northend Street, Peabody, MA 01960

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Thomas Carroll may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ayers/Ryal Side School (rated 8.5/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Beverly), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bates (rated 8.4/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Salem), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Witchcraft Heights (rated 7.3/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Salem), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Peabody, see our Peabody schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
BISHOP FENWICK HIGH SCHOOL Peabody 0.5 mi 5.3
Bates Salem 0.6 mi 8.4
Peabody Personalized Remote Education Program Peabody 0.7 mi 2.6
THE PHOENIX SCHOOL Salem 0.9 mi
ST JOHN THE BAPTIST SCHOOL Peabody 0.8 mi 5.8
Witchcraft Heights Salem 1.1 mi 7.3
William A Welch Sr Peabody 1.2 mi 4.4
Collins Middle Salem 1.4 mi 5.1
J Henry Higgins Middle Peabody 1.3 mi 4.5
Salem Prep High School Salem 1.4 mi
New Liberty Innovation School Salem 1.4 mi 6.1
Horace Mann Laboratory Salem 1.8 mi 3.4
Salem High Salem 1.8 mi 7.3
Center Peabody 1.4 mi 3.8
Carlton Salem 1.4 mi 6.2
Riverside Danvers 1.9 mi 6.3
Saltonstall School Salem 1.8 mi 4.6
Salem Academy Charter School Salem 1.8 mi 6.4
Ayers/Ryal Side School Beverly 2.0 mi 8.5
BEVERLY SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF Beverly 2.1 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01960 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$95,173

Median Home Value

$566,700

Median Rent

$1,902/mo

Population

53,961

College Educated

33.7%

Homeownership

65.4%

Avg Commute

27.3 min

Poverty Rate

6.5%

Median Age

46.4

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Hancock Brockton, MA 3.4
Ingalls Lynn, MA 3.4
Joseph W Martin Jr Elementary North Attleborough, MA 3.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Thomas Carroll

What grades does Thomas Carroll serve?

Thomas Carroll serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Thomas Carroll?

Thomas Carroll has an enrollment of approximately 579 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Thomas Carroll?

The student-teacher ratio at Thomas Carroll is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Thomas Carroll rank in MA?

Thomas Carroll ranks #1,718 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Thomas Carroll's MySchoolScout rating?

Thomas Carroll has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 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 Thomas Carroll?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Thomas Carroll has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Thomas Carroll a charter school?

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

Is Thomas Carroll a Title I school?

No, Thomas Carroll is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
65 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
63 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
579
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
42
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Essex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.4%

District

Peabody
District Enrollment
5,832
Schools in District
11
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,315
District Rank
#10 of 11

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