Gloucester

The Gloucester school district in Massachusetts consists of 5 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. The data reveals significant variation in academic performance across these schools, with some standouts like Plum Cove School consistently outperforming the district and state on standardized tests, while others like Beeman Memorial struggle to meet state standards.

Plum Cove School and West Parish are the top-performing elementary schools, with significantly higher proficiency rates in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science compared to the district and state averages. In contrast, Beeman Memorial and Gloucester High have lower performance, with proficiency rates well below the district and state levels.

The schools in Gloucester have relatively high spending per student, ranging from $19,239 to $20,627, and low student-teacher ratios, but these factors do not necessarily translate to higher academic achievement. The data also highlights the need to focus on improving performance at the middle and high school levels, as these grades often set the foundation for future success.