Serving 349 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Center ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 349 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Center's student population of 349 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 45% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
349 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Center ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Center is 0.64, 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
#1158 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
34%
25%
Black
11%
10%
White
49%
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
36%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Center's ranking?
Center is ranked #1158 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Center?
349 students attend Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Center students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Center?
Center has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Center offer ?
Center offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Center part of?
Center is part of Peabody School District.
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