For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public school serving 229 students in Essex, MA.
The top ranked public school in Essex, MA is Essex Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Essex, MA public school have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Essex have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public school average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Best ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools in Essex, MA (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Essex Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
12 Story Street
Essex, MA 01929
(978) 768-7324
Essex, MA 01929
(978) 768-7324
Gr: K-5 | 229 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Essex, MA?
The top ranked public schools in Essex, MA include Essex Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Essex?
1 public schools are located in Essex.
What is the racial composition of students in Essex?
Essex public schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public schools average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
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