Serving 123 students in grades Prekindergarten, 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 31% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 123 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Center's student population of 123 students has declined by 69% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 65% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
123 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Center 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 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1158 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
12:1
Asian
7%
8%
Hispanic
25%
26%
Black
11%
10%
White
52%
51%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)74.8%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
24%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Center's ranking?
Center is ranked #1158 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Center?
123 students attend Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Center students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Center?
Center has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Center offer ?
Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Center part of?
Center is part of Peabody School District.
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