Serving 527 students in grades 1-5, George F. Kelly 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 17% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 527 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: George F. Kelly Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Chelsea, MA, encompassing approximately 2.5 square miles. The area is typically a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being about 1 mile and the furthest edge located 2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
George F. Kelly Elementary School's student population of 527 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
527 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
George F. Kelly 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 George F. Kelly Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#1473 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
97%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.1%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Kelly The Dolphin
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George F. Kelly Elementary School's ranking?
George F. Kelly Elementary School is ranked #1473 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are George F. Kelly Elementary School often compared to?
George F. Kelly Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Frank M Sokolowski Elementary School, Edgar F. Hooks Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend George F. Kelly Elementary School?
527 students attend George F. Kelly Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of George F. Kelly Elementary School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of George F. Kelly Elementary School?
George F. Kelly Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does George F. Kelly Elementary School offer ?
George F. Kelly Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is George F. Kelly Elementary School part of?
George F. Kelly Elementary School is part of Chelsea School District.
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