C- Top 89%

Center School

Grades PK-05 PEABODY, MA

Dropped 351 spots from last year

#731 State Rank
C District Grade
18 Irving Street, PEABODY, MA 01960
Diverse
MCAS scores from 2025 Data updated December 2025
123 Students
93% Attendance Rate
33.7 Composite Score

MCAS Test Scores

Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System results

English Language Arts

31.7% Proficient or Above
2.3% Advanced

Mathematics

35.7% Proficient or Above
3% Advanced

Science

49% Proficient or Above
6% Advanced

Score Trends

Year Subject Grade Proficient+ Advanced
2024 English Language Arts 03 29% 2%
2024 English Language Arts 04 36% 2%
2024 English Language Arts 05 30% 3%
2024 Mathematics 03 33% 4%
2024 Mathematics 04 38% 2%
2024 Mathematics 05 36% 0%
2024 Science 05 49% 6%
2023 English Language Arts 03 37% 1%
2023 English Language Arts 04 27% 1%
2023 English Language Arts 05 28% 0%
2023 Mathematics 03 29% 0%
2023 Mathematics 04 36% 4%
2023 Mathematics 05 28% 0%
2023 Science 05 29% 5%
2022 English Language Arts 03 35% 2%

MCAS is administered annually to students in grades 3-8 and 10. Scores reflect the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level expectations.

Student Demographics

123 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

White 52%
Hispanic 25.2%
Black 10.6%
Asian 7.3%
Multiracial 4.9%

Gender

58.5% Male
41.5% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 12.2%
Special Education 52%
Free/Reduced Lunch 49.6%

School Performance

Key metrics and program information

Attendance

93% Attendance Rate
20.5% Chronic Absence

Staffing

Location

18 Irving Street, PEABODY, MA

C--Rated School

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Center School's grade rating?

Center School has earned a grade of C-, ranked #731 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 89% of Massachusetts Elementary schools. This rating is based on 2025 MCAS test scores, attendance rates, and other performance metrics from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.

How many students attend Center School?

Approximately 123 students are enrolled at Center School.

How does Center School perform on MCAS tests?

Based on the most recent MCAS results, Center School's proficiency rates are: English Language Arts (32% proficient), Mathematics (36% proficient), Science (49% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.

What is the attendance rate at Center School?

Center School has an attendance rate of 93%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.

What school district is Center School part of?

Center School is part of Peabody School District. For enrollment information, contact the district office or visit the school's website. Enrollment typically requires proof of residency within the district boundaries.

How are Massachusetts school ratings calculated?

School ratings are calculated using multiple data points from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE), including MCAS test scores (proficiency and growth), attendance rates, graduation rates (for high schools), and student-teacher ratios. Schools are ranked by percentile against similar schools statewide.