Serving 472 students in grades 1-4, Frank M Sokolowski Elementary School 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 18% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 1-4
- Enrollment: 472 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Frank M Sokolowski Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire Chelsea, MA school district, covering approximately 2.5 square miles. Families can typically reach the school within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1 mile from the school to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 2 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Frank M Sokolowski Elementary School's student population of 472 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
472 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Rankings
Frank M Sokolowski Elementary School 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 Frank M Sokolowski Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#1506 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Hispanic
90%
26%
Black
4%
10%
White
6%
51%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.2%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Finn
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Frank M Sokolowski Elementary School's ranking?
Frank M Sokolowski Elementary School is ranked #1506 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Frank M Sokolowski Elementary School often compared to?
Frank M Sokolowski Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Guild Elementary School, Edgar F. Hooks Elementary School, George F. Kelly Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Frank M Sokolowski Elementary School?
472 students attend Frank M Sokolowski Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Frank M Sokolowski Elementary School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Frank M Sokolowski Elementary School?
Frank M Sokolowski Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Frank M Sokolowski Elementary School offer ?
Frank M Sokolowski Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Frank M Sokolowski Elementary School part of?
Frank M Sokolowski Elementary School is part of Chelsea School District.
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