George F. Kelly Elementary School

300 Crescent Avenue
Chelsea, MA 02150
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 486 students in grades 1-6, 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 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 1-6
  • Enrollment: 486 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 97%
  • : Bottom 50% in MA
  • : 17% (Btm 50%)
  • : 18% (Btm 50%)
  • : 11-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

George F. Kelly Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:

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School Overview

George F. Kelly Elementary School's student population of 486 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
486 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
School Mascot
Kelly The Dolphin

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 0.08, 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.
This School
State Level (MA)
#1473 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
17%
42%
18%
44%
11-19%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
96%
25%
Black
1%
10%
White
3%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.08
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Kelly The Dolphin
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

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 A 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?
486 students attend George F. Kelly Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of George F. Kelly Elementary School students are Hispanic, 3% 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 1-6 (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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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 1-6
  • Enrollment: 486 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 97%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 17% (Btm 50%)
  • : 18% (Btm 50%)
  • : 11-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

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