Serving 639 students in grades 1-4, Phelps Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 1-4
- Enrollment: 639 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jefferson Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Rockland, MA, encompassing approximately 10.1 square miles. Most families typically experience a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Phelps Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Phelps Elementary School's student population of 639 students has grown by 173% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 104% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
639 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Motto
Once a Bulldog, Always a Bulldog
School Rankings
Phelps 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 Phelps Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#581 out of 1626 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
26%
26%
Black
6%
10%
White
62%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.7%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Phelps Elementary School's ranking?
Phelps Elementary School is ranked #581 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?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Phelps Elementary School?
639 students attend Phelps Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Phelps Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Phelps Elementary School?
Phelps Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Phelps Elementary School offer ?
Phelps Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Phelps Elementary School part of?
Phelps Elementary School is part of Rockland School District.
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