Serving 215 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Essex Elementary School ranks in the top 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). 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 10:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 215 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Essex Elementary School's student population of 215 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
215 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Motto
Excellence in Education
School Rankings
Essex Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Essex Elementary School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#747 out of 1626 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
4%
26%
Black
n/a
10%
White
94%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.7%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Essex Elementary School's ranking?
Essex Elementary School is ranked #747 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Essex Elementary School?
215 students attend Essex Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Essex Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Essex Elementary School?
Essex Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Essex Elementary School offer ?
Essex Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Essex Elementary School part of?
Essex Elementary School is part of Manchester Essex Regional School District.
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