Serving 388 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Ayers/ryal Side School 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 388 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ayers/ryal Side School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Ayers/ryal Side School's student population of 388 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
388 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ayers/ryal Side School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ayers/ryal Side School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#455 out of 1631 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
10%
25%
Black
2%
10%
White
83%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ayers/ryal Side School's ranking?
Ayers/ryal Side School is ranked #455 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Ayers/ryal Side School often compared to?
Ayers/ryal Side Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Ayers/ryal Side School?
388 students attend Ayers/ryal Side School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Ayers/ryal Side School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ayers/ryal Side School?
Ayers/ryal Side School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Ayers/ryal Side School offer ?
Ayers/ryal Side School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ayers/ryal Side School part of?
Ayers/ryal Side School is part of Beverly School District.
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