Ayers/Ryal Side School vs Carlton
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Massachusetts, United States, 2.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ayers/Ryal Side School
Beverly · Public elementary · Grades K–4
388 students
Carlton
Salem · Public elementary · Grades K–5
247 students
| Measure | Ayers/Ryal Side School Beverly, Massachusetts | Carlton Salem, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 63 Top 50% | 59 Top 50% |
| State rank | #478 of 1,009 | #557 of 1,009 |
| National rank | #15966 of 50,301 | #19102 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–4 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 388 | 247 |
| Enrollment | 388 | 247 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 14.4 | 10.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 42% |
| city | Beverly | Salem |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ayers/Ryal Side School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (63.2 vs 58.6).
- •Ayers/Ryal Side School does better on math proficiency (57% vs 42%).
- •Carlton does better on students per teacher (10.7 vs 14.4).
- •Ayers/Ryal Side School is the larger school with 388 students compared with 247.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Ayers/Ryal Side School better than Carlton?
On the Success Index (US), Ayers/Ryal Side School ranks higher (63.2 vs 58.6 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Ayers/Ryal Side School and Carlton?
About 2.2 km in a straight line, between Beverly and Salem in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ayers/Ryal Side School: 388. Carlton: 247. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ayers/Ryal Side School and Carlton rank in Massachusetts?
Ayers/Ryal Side School is 478th of 1,009 and Carlton is 557th of 1,009 among elementary schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).