Serving 492 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Briggs Elementary School ranks in the top 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 42% (which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 492 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Briggs Elementary School's student population of 492 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
492 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
School Motto
'All students are known, challenged, and supported.'
School Rankings
Briggs Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Briggs Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#811 out of 1626 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
6%
25%
Black
2%
10%
White
88%
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
18%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Briggs Elementary School's ranking?
Briggs Elementary School is ranked #811 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Briggs Elementary School often compared to?
Briggs Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oakmont Regional High School, Overlook Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Briggs Elementary School?
492 students attend Briggs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Briggs Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Briggs Elementary School?
Briggs Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Briggs Elementary School offer ?
Briggs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Briggs Elementary School part of?
Briggs Elementary School is part of Ashburnham-Westminster School District.
In what neighborhood is Briggs Elementary School located?
Briggs Elementary School is located in the South Ashburnham neighborhood of Ashburnham, MA. There are 1 other public schools located in South Ashburnham.
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