Serving 645 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Thomas Carroll 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 28% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 645 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Thomas Carroll's student population of 645 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
645 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Thomas Carroll 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 Thomas Carroll is 0.60, 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
#1333 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
41%
26%
Black
6%
10%
White
48%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Peabody School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thomas Carroll's ranking?
Thomas Carroll is ranked #1333 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?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Thomas Carroll?
645 students attend Thomas Carroll.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Thomas Carroll students are White, 41% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thomas Carroll?
Thomas Carroll has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Thomas Carroll offer ?
Thomas Carroll offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Thomas Carroll part of?
Thomas Carroll is part of Peabody School District.
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