Serving 398 students in grades 3-5, Charles C Cashman Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Massachusetts state average of 41%). 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 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 398 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Charles C Cashman Elementary School's student population of 398 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
398 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Charles C Cashman Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Charles C Cashman Elementary School is 0.33, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#899 out of 1631 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
14%
25%
Black
2%
10%
White
81%
53%
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
37%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Charles C Cashman Elementary School's ranking?
Charles C Cashman Elementary School is ranked #899 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Charles C Cashman Elementary School often compared to?
Charles C Cashman Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Veterans Early Learning Center, Pine Grove by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Charles C Cashman Elementary School?
398 students attend Charles C Cashman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Charles C Cashman Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Charles C Cashman Elementary School?
Charles C Cashman Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Charles C Cashman Elementary School offer ?
Charles C Cashman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Charles C Cashman Elementary School part of?
Charles C Cashman Elementary School is part of Amesbury School District.
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