BEEMAN MEMORIAL

Beeman Memorial is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Gloucester school district, located in Gloucester, MA with about 339 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 28 teachers, Beeman Memorial has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Beeman Memorial School, located at 138 Cherry Street in Gloucester, Massachusetts, is a public elementary school serving students in the Gloucester Public Schools district. The school is known for fostering a supportive and inclusive community environment, focusing on the core development of students in their early academic years. It places a strong emphasis on foundational literacy and numeracy while encouraging social-emotional growth, aiming to prepare children to be curious, lifelong learners within the close-knit maritime community of Gloucester.

As part of the Gloucester school system, Beeman Memorial operates with a commitment to providing a rigorous yet nurturing curriculum that aligns with Massachusetts state educational standards. The school emphasizes the importance of collaboration between educators, parents, and the broader community to ensure student success. By utilizing its historic setting and access to local resources, the school strives to provide a well-rounded educational experience that balances academic achievement with the development of personal character and civic responsibility.

For more information, contact Beeman Memorial at (978) 281-9825 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.