Serving 455 students in grades 1-4, William A Berkowitz 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 40% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (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 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-4
- Enrollment: 455 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: William A Berkowitz Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire Chelsea, MA school district, encompassing approximately 2.5 square miles. Typically, families can expect a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
William A Berkowitz Elementary School's student population of 455 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
455 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
School Rankings
William A Berkowitz 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 William A Berkowitz Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#1156 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
87%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Black
6%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
White
6%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.2%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is William A Berkowitz Elementary School's ranking?
William A Berkowitz Elementary School is ranked #1156 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are William A Berkowitz Elementary School often compared to?
William A Berkowitz Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edgar F. Hooks Elementary School, George F. Kelly Elementary School, Frank M Sokolowski Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend William A Berkowitz Elementary School?
455 students attend William A Berkowitz Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of William A Berkowitz Elementary School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of William A Berkowitz Elementary School?
William A Berkowitz Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does William A Berkowitz Elementary School offer ?
William A Berkowitz Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is William A Berkowitz Elementary School part of?
William A Berkowitz Elementary School is part of Chelsea School District.
School Reviews
Review William A Berkowitz Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
Is Your Child's School Day Too Structured?
Discover where free time disappears during your child's school day, how to evaluate lunch, recess, and classroom schedules, and what parents can do when breaks become structured activities.
When Your Child's Best Friend Is in Another Class
Discover how to help your child when their best friend is assigned to another classroom, including school placement policies, maintaining friendships, building connections, and knowing when to request help.
Should Your Child Repeat a Grade or Move Ahead?
Before agreeing to grade retention, learn what evidence to request, how to review school policies, explore alternatives, understand parental rights, and secure an effective academic support plan for your child.
