Serving 319 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Peabody ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 319 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Peabody ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Peabody's student population of 319 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
319 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Peabody ranks within the top 30% of all 1,644 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Peabody is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#355 out of 1644 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
15%
7%
Hispanic
7%
23%
Black
22%
10%
White
47%
56%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Peabody's ranking?
Peabody is ranked #355 out of 1,644 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Peabody often compared to?
Peabodyis often viewed alongside schools like John M Tobin, Maria L. Baldwin, Graham And Parks by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MA state average).
How many students attend Peabody?
319 students attend Peabody.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Peabody students are White, 22% of students are Black, 15% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Peabody?
Peabody has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Peabody offer ?
Peabody offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Peabody part of?
Peabody is part of Cambridge School District.
In what neighborhood is Peabody located?
Peabody is located in the North Cambridge neighborhood of Cambridge, MA. There are 2 other public schools located in North Cambridge.
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