Serving 423 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Brackett ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher 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 33% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 423 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brackett ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Brackett's student population of 423 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
423 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Brackett ranks within the top 20% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brackett is 0.52, 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
#279 out of 1631 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
7%
Hispanic
6%
25%
Black
1%
10%
White
67%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Brackett's ranking?
Brackett is ranked #279 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Brackett often compared to?
Brackettis often viewed alongside schools like Cyrus E Dallin, John A Bishop by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Brackett?
423 students attend Brackett.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Brackett students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brackett?
Brackett has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Brackett offer ?
Brackett offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Brackett part of?
Brackett is part of Arlington School District.
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