Excellent
#303 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 17% in state
William a Berkowitz Elementary
Elementary School · Chelsea
300 Crescent Avenue, Chelsea, MA 02150
Enrollment
435
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
8.1
Grades
1st – 4th
Enrollment
435
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
8.1
Grades
1st – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#303 of 1,793
In Chelsea
#1 of 12
public schools
In district
#1 of 11
Chelsea
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About William a Berkowitz Elementary
William a Berkowitz Elementary is a public elementary school in Chelsea, MA, part of Chelsea. William a Berkowitz Elementary serves approximately 435 students, and covers grades 1st-4th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. William a Berkowitz Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #303 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for William a Berkowitz Elementary show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- District avg 5.4
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
40% of students at William a Berkowitz Elementary 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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William a Berkowitz Elementary — Students at William a Berkowitz Elementary score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 13%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 56 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.7/10.
How William a Berkowitz Elementary Compares
See how William a Berkowitz Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
300 Crescent Avenue, Chelsea, MA 02150
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering William a Berkowitz Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bradley Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby East Boston), which scores notably higher. Another option is Guild Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby East Boston), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Edgar A Hooks Elementary (rated 6.6/10), a more accessible option. For more schools in Chelsea, see our Chelsea schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Edgar A Hooks Elementary Chelsea | 0.0 mi | 6.6 |
| George F. Kelly Elementary Chelsea | 0.0 mi | 3.1 |
| Frank M Sokolowski Elementary Chelsea | 0.0 mi | 4.8 |
| Chelsea Virtual Learning Academy Chelsea | 0.2 mi | 4.7 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION Revere | 0.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Staff Sargent James J. Hill Elementary School Revere | 0.8 mi | 3.7 |
| Clark Avenue School Chelsea | 0.7 mi | 4.3 |
| Bradley Elementary School East Boston | 0.9 mi | 9.3 |
| Revere High Revere | 1.0 mi | 4.2 |
| Phoenix Academy Charter Public High School Chelsea Chelsea | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Excel Academy Charter School East Boston | 1.1 mi | 8.4 |
| Guild Elementary School East Boston | 1.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Eugene Wright Science and Technology Academy Chelsea | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Joseph A. Browne School Chelsea | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Shurtleff Early Childhood Chelsea | 1.1 mi | 4.5 |
| Abraham Lincoln Revere | 1.3 mi | 3.7 |
| Susan B. Anthony Middle School Revere | 1.4 mi | 4.0 |
| A. C. Whelan Elementary School Revere | 1.4 mi | 4.4 |
| Rumney Marsh Academy Revere | 1.2 mi | 4.1 |
| Chelsea High Chelsea | 1.1 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood 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
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| Elmer S Bagnall Groveland, MA | 8.1 |
| Fort River Elementary Amherst, MA | 8.1 |
| Gardner Pilot Academy Allston, MA | 8.1 |
| Joseph R Dawe Jr Elementary Stoughton, MA | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about William a Berkowitz Elementary
What grades does William a Berkowitz Elementary serve?
William a Berkowitz Elementary serves students in grades 1st through 4th.
How many students attend William a Berkowitz Elementary?
William a Berkowitz Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 435 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at William a Berkowitz Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at William a Berkowitz Elementary is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does William a Berkowitz Elementary rank in MA?
William a Berkowitz Elementary ranks #303 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is William a Berkowitz Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
William a Berkowitz Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 William a Berkowitz Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, William a Berkowitz Elementary has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is William a Berkowitz Elementary a charter school?
No, William a Berkowitz Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is William a Berkowitz Elementary a Title I school?
No, William a Berkowitz Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 1st – 4th
- Enrollment
- 435
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.0%
- Phone
- (617) 466-5300
Resources & Links
District
Chelsea- District Enrollment
- 6,148
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,435
- District Rank
- #1 of 11
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