Needs Improvement
#1789 of 1,793 schools in MA
Veterans Early Learning Center
Elementary School · Saugus
39 Hurd Avenue, Saugus, MA 01906
Enrollment
466
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
2.6
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Enrollment
466
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
2.6
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,789 of 1,793
In Saugus
#5 of 5
public schools
In district
#4 of 4
Saugus
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Veterans Early Learning Center
Elementary School in Saugus · grades Pre-K – 1st. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Veterans Early Learning Center
Veterans Early Learning Center is a public elementary school in Saugus, MA, part of Saugus. Veterans Early Learning Center serves approximately 466 students, and covers grades Pre-K-1st, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Veterans Early Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,789 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Veterans Early Learning Center show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 2.6 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.3
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Veterans Early Learning Center 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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Veterans Early Learning Center — Students at Veterans Early Learning Center score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2020-21)
Based on 48 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: 1.3/10.
How Veterans Early Learning Center Compares
See how Veterans Early Learning Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
39 Hurd Avenue, Saugus, MA 01906
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Veterans Early Learning Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SACRED HEART SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Lynn), which scores notably higher. Another option is Linden (rated 6.0/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Malden), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Julia F Callahan (rated 5.6/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Lynn), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Saugus, see our Saugus schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Belmonte STEAM Academy Saugus | 0.6 mi | 4.1 |
| Pioneer Charter School of Science II (PCSS-II) Saugus | 1.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Saugus High Saugus | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Saugus Middle School Saugus | 1.2 mi | 4.2 |
| Classical High Lynn | 1.2 mi | 4.2 |
| Julia F Callahan Lynn | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Breed Middle School Lynn | 1.5 mi | 3.2 |
| Lincoln-Thomson Lynn | 1.7 mi | 4.0 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Lynn | 1.7 mi | 7.6 |
| A Drewicz Elementary Lynn | 1.8 mi | 3.5 |
| Linden Malden | 2.1 mi | 6.0 |
| William R Fallon Lynn | 2.0 mi | — |
| Paul Revere Revere | 2.5 mi | 4.0 |
| Abraham Lincoln Revere | 2.6 mi | 3.7 |
| A. C. Whelan Elementary School Revere | 2.5 mi | 4.4 |
| Susan B. Anthony Middle School Revere | 2.5 mi | 4.0 |
| Tracy Lynn | 2.2 mi | 4.6 |
| Rumney Marsh Academy Revere | 2.8 mi | 4.1 |
| Sewell-Anderson Lynn | 2.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Wm P Connery Lynn | 2.2 mi | 3.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01906 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$100,819
Median Home Value
$589,500
Median Rent
$1,982/mo
Population
28,599
College Educated
31.4%
Homeownership
73.9%
Avg Commute
29.1 min
Poverty Rate
6.4%
Median Age
43.5
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|---|---|
| Potter Road Framingham, MA | 2.7 |
| Arlington Elementary Lawrence, MA | 2.4 |
| Richer Marlborough, MA | 2.4 |
| Sumner G. Whittier School Everett, MA | 2.4 |
| Union Hill School Worcester, MA | 2.4 |
| Brickett Elementary Lynn, MA | 2.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Veterans Early Learning Center
What grades does Veterans Early Learning Center serve?
Veterans Early Learning Center serves students in grades Pre-K through 1st.
How many students attend Veterans Early Learning Center?
Veterans Early Learning Center has an enrollment of approximately 466 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Veterans Early Learning Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Veterans Early Learning Center is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Veterans Early Learning Center rank in MA?
Veterans Early Learning Center ranks #1,789 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Veterans Early Learning Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Veterans Early Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.6 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 Veterans Early Learning Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Veterans Early Learning Center has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Veterans Early Learning Center a charter school?
No, Veterans Early Learning Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Veterans Early Learning Center a Title I school?
No, Veterans Early Learning Center is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 1st
- Enrollment
- 466
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.3%
- Phone
- (781) 231-8166
Resources & Links
District
Saugus- District Enrollment
- 2,610
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,504
- District Rank
- #4 of 4
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