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#1712 of 1,793 schools in MA

Webster School

Elementary School · Everett

30 Darmouth Street, Everett, MA 02149

Enrollment

341

Student-Teacher

7.8:1

Score

3.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,712 of 1,793

In Everett

#6 of 11

public schools

In district

#5 of 10

Everett

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Webster School

3.4/10

Elementary School in Everett · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.8/10

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3.3/10

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About Webster School

Webster School is a public elementary school in Everett, MA, part of Everett. Webster School serves approximately 341 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 7.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Webster School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,712 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Webster School show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 3.4 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 3.4
  • MA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 7.8:1 students to teachers, Webster School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

32% of students at Webster 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.4Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-3.7 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.9Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency25.3% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency26.3% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-16.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-16.3 pts
Overall Proficiency26% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)30% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-4.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile30th
Resources & Environment3.8Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio7.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,117
Chronic Absenteeism32.3%

Webster School — Students at Webster School score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 41.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.5% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 42.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.5% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 78 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
34.5%
ELA
44.5%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2011
Math
69.5%
ELA
69.5%
2012
Math
54.5%
ELA
24.5%
2013
Math
64.5%
ELA
44.5%
2014
Math
84.5%
ELA
74.5%
2015
Math
77%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
53%
ELA
53.3%
2019
Math
42.8%
ELA
54.8%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
11%
ELA
26.7%
2022
Math
37.8%
ELA
38.3%
2023
Math
35%
ELA
36.3%
2024
Math
32.7%
ELA
30.7%
2025
Math
25.3%
ELA
26.3%

* 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: 2.4/10.

How Webster School Compares

See how Webster School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.4/10
5th percentile in MA
Academic
4.9/10
Below Average
Growth
2.4/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
3.8/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
8:1 student-teacher ratio
44 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
32.3%

Location

30 Darmouth Street, Everett, MA 02149

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Webster School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST ANTHONY SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Linden (rated 6.0/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Malden), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lafayette School (rated 4.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Everett, see our Everett schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Everett High Everett 0.3 mi 4.8
George Keverian School Everett 0.4 mi 3.3
Parlin School Everett 0.6 mi 3.8
Chelsea High Chelsea 0.9 mi 4.9
Chelsea Opportunity Academy Chelsea 0.9 mi 5.5
Pioneer Charter School of Science Everett 0.7 mi 8.2
Webster Extension Everett 0.8 mi 3.2
Lafayette School Everett 0.9 mi 4.5
MALDEN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Malden 1.1 mi 5.0
Devens School Everett 0.9 mi 4.2
Clark Avenue School Chelsea 1.2 mi 4.3
Eugene Wright Science and Technology Academy Chelsea 1.3 mi 6.3
Joseph A. Browne School Chelsea 1.3 mi 6.1
A. C. Whelan Elementary School Revere 1.1 mi 4.4
Susan B. Anthony Middle School Revere 1.1 mi 4.0
Chelsea Virtual Learning Academy Chelsea 1.2 mi 4.7
Sumner G. Whittier School Everett 1.1 mi 2.4
Phoenix Academy Charter Public High School Chelsea Chelsea 1.4 mi 6.3
ST ANTHONY SCHOOL Everett 1.1 mi 6.2
Linden Malden 1.5 mi 6.0

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Webster School

What grades does Webster School serve?

Webster School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Webster School?

Webster School has an enrollment of approximately 341 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Webster School?

The student-teacher ratio at Webster School is 7.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Webster School rank in MA?

Webster School ranks #1,712 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Webster School's MySchoolScout rating?

Webster School 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 Webster School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Webster School has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Webster School a charter school?

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

Is Webster School a Title I school?

No, Webster School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
75 Very Walkable
Transit Score
56 Good Transit
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
341
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
44
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
32.3%

District

Everett
District Enrollment
7,345
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,117
District Rank
#5 of 10

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