Serving 501 students in grades Prekindergarten-1, Veterans Early Learning Center 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 26% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 501 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Math Proficiency: 26%
- Reading Proficiency: 46%
- Science Proficiency: 40-44%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Veterans Early Learning Center's student population of 501 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
501 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
The diversity score of Veterans Early Learning Center is 0.65, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)26%
37%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)46%
49%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-44%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
9%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
33%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
48%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.1%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 schools are Veterans Early Learning Center often compared to?
Veterans Early Learning Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Charles C Cashman Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MA state average).
How many students attend Veterans Early Learning Center?
501 students attend Veterans Early Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Veterans Early Learning Center students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Veterans Early Learning Center?
Veterans Early Learning Center has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Veterans Early Learning Center offer ?
Veterans Early Learning Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Veterans Early Learning Center part of?
Veterans Early Learning Center is part of Saugus School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
i went to this school and it very child friendly and has a good learning system.
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