Serving 217 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Plum Cove School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 217 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Plum Cove School serves the northern part of its district in Gloucester, MA, covering an area of approximately 9 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone being about 2.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Plum Cove School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Plum Cove School's student population of 217 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
217 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
It's the roots that give a tree strength, not its branches
School Rankings
Plum Cove School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Plum Cove School is 0.27, 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
#408 out of 1626 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
8%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
85%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.9%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Plum Cove School's ranking?
Plum Cove School is ranked #408 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Plum Cove School?
217 students attend Plum Cove School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Plum Cove School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Plum Cove School?
Plum Cove School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Plum Cove School offer ?
Plum Cove School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Plum Cove School part of?
Plum Cove School is part of Gloucester School District.
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