Serving 464 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kelly Elementary School 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% 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: 464 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kelly Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Kelly Elementary School's student population of 464 students has grown by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
464 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Campus Size
20 acres
School Motto
Juntos Podemos | Together We Can
School Rankings
Kelly Elementary School 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 Kelly Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#1619 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤20%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Hispanic
91%
26%
Black
4%
10%
White
4%
51%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kelly Elementary School's ranking?
Kelly Elementary School is ranked #1619 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Kelly Elementary School?
464 students attend Kelly Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Kelly Elementary School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kelly Elementary School?
Kelly Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Kelly Elementary School offer ?
Kelly Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Kelly Elementary School part of?
Kelly Elementary School is part of Holyoke School District.
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