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#731 of 1,793 schools in MA

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Winthrop

Elementary School · Ipswich

65 Central Street, Ipswich, MA 01938

Enrollment

369

Student-Teacher

10:1

Score

6.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#731 of 1,793

In Ipswich

#4 of 4

public schools

In district

#4 of 4

Ipswich

School environment

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Winthrop

6.7/10

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

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8.8/10

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7.3/10

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About Winthrop

Winthrop is a public elementary school in Ipswich, MA, part of Ipswich. Winthrop serves approximately 369 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. Winthrop has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #731 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Winthrop show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts below district
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • District avg 7.7
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.1Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-2.16 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.4Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency52.3% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency53.7% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+10.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+11.1 pts
Overall Proficiency53% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)54% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-1.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile61th
Resources & Environment9.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,532
Chronic Absenteeism7%

Winthrop — Students at Winthrop score 53% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 53.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 61.6% (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

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
65%
2011
Math
64%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
68%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
71%
ELA
64%
2014
Math
70%
ELA
69%
2015
Math
77%
ELA
65%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2018
Math
62.5%
ELA
71%
2019
Math
66.8%
ELA
71.8%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
29.3%
ELA
59%
2022
Math
40.8%
ELA
49.5%
2023
Math
44%
ELA
56.7%
2024
Math
58%
ELA
57%
2025
Math
52.3%
ELA
53.7%

* 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: 5.1/10.

How Winthrop Compares

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

Overall Score
6.7/10
59th percentile in MA
Academic
7.4/10
Very Good
Growth
5.1/10
Average
Environment
9.6/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
7.0%

Location

65 Central Street, Ipswich, MA 01938

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Winthrop may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pine Grove (rated 9.2/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Rowley), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bessie Buker Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby Wenham), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Steward Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Topsfield), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Ipswich, see our Ipswich schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Ipswich High Ipswich 0.7 mi 8.8
Ipswich Middle School Ipswich 0.7 mi 7.3
CUVILLY ARTS & EARTH CENTER Ipswich 0.7 mi
Paul F Doyon Memorial Ipswich 2.2 mi 8.7
Pine Grove Rowley 3.0 mi 9.2
Miles River Middle Hamilton 3.7 mi 8.6
Hamilton-Wenham Regional High South Hamilton 3.8 mi 8.7
PINGREE SCHOOL South Hamilton 3.5 mi 7.2
NORTH SHORE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Rowley 3.4 mi
SOLSTICE SCHOOL Rowley 4.4 mi
Essex Elementary Essex 4.3 mi 5.9
Cutler School South Hamilton 4.7 mi 5.4
Winthrop School South Hamilton 5.1 mi 6.1
CLARK SCHOOL Rowley 3.9 mi 5.8
Bessie Buker Elementary Wenham 5.6 mi 9.1
Steward Elementary Topsfield 4.8 mi 8.8
THE ACADEMY AT PENGUIN HALL Wenham 6.2 mi 5.8
Triton Regional Middle School Byfield 5.9 mi 7.6
Triton Regional High School Byfield 5.9 mi 6.5
Centerville Elementary Beverly 7.2 mi 8.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01938 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$124,405

Median Home Value

$701,400

Median Rent

$1,525/mo

Population

13,820

College Educated

57.5%

Homeownership

72.6%

Avg Commute

28.3 min

Poverty Rate

6.5%

Median Age

48

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Arthur T Talmadge Springfield, MA 6.7
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Charlotte M Murkland Elementary Lowell, MA 6.7
Chickering Dover, MA 6.7
Col John Robinson Westford, MA 6.7
Columbus Park Worcester, MA 6.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Winthrop

What grades does Winthrop serve?

Winthrop serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Winthrop?

Winthrop has an enrollment of approximately 369 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Winthrop?

The student-teacher ratio at Winthrop is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Winthrop rank in MA?

Winthrop ranks #731 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Winthrop's MySchoolScout rating?

Winthrop has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Winthrop?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Winthrop has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Winthrop a charter school?

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

Is Winthrop a Title I school?

No, Winthrop is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
85 Very Walkable
Bike Score
46 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
369
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Essex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
7.0%

District

Ipswich
District Enrollment
1,604
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,532
District Rank
#4 of 4

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