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South Memorial

16 Maple St Ext
Peabody, MA 01960
5/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 474 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, South Memorial 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 39% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 474 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 28%
  • : Bottom 50% in MA
  • : 39% (Btm 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

School Overview

South Memorial's student population of 474 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
474 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 24, 2026
School Mascot
Eagles

School Rankings

South Memorial 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 South Memorial is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MA)
#963 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
39%
42%
35-39%
44%
30-34%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
17%
25%
Black
3%
10%
White
72%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.45
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Eagles
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is South Memorial's ranking?
South Memorial is ranked #963 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are South Memorial often compared to?
South Memorialis often viewed alongside schools like William A Welch Senior by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend South Memorial?
474 students attend South Memorial.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of South Memorial students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Memorial?
South Memorial has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does South Memorial offer ?
South Memorial offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South Memorial part of?
South Memorial is part of Peabody School District.
In what neighborhood is South Memorial located?
South Memorial is located in the South Peabody neighborhood of Peabody, MA. There are 1 other public schools located in South Peabody.

School Reviews

5   10/10/2025
Good teachers. Great kids. Strong parent body. Lots of activities. Lots of politics. Lack of leadership.
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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 474 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 28%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 39% (Btm 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

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