Shurtleff Early Childhood serves 779 students in grades Prekindergarten-1.
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 779 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Attendance Zone: The SHURTLEFF EARLY CHILDHOOD attendance zone encompasses the entire district of Chelsea, MA, covering approximately 2.5 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive to the school of 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Shurtleff Early Childhood's student population of 779 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
779 students
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Together, We Are Better
School Rankings
The diversity score of Shurtleff Early Childhood is 0.22, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
88%
26%
Black
6%
10%
White
5%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.8%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Berky The Bear
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Shurtleff Early Childhood?
779 students attend Shurtleff Early Childhood.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Shurtleff Early Childhood students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shurtleff Early Childhood?
Shurtleff Early Childhood has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Shurtleff Early Childhood offer ?
Shurtleff Early Childhood offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Shurtleff Early Childhood part of?
Shurtleff Early Childhood is part of Chelsea School District.
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