Serving 278 students in grades 3-5, Elizabeth S Brown 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 44% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 278 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elizabeth S Brown's student population of 278 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
278 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Elizabeth S Brown ranks within the top 50% of all 1,644 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elizabeth S Brown is 0.14, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#572 out of 1644 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
2%
23%
Black
1%
10%
White
93%
56%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elizabeth S Brown's ranking?
Elizabeth S Brown is ranked #572 out of 1,644 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MA state average).
How many students attend Elizabeth S Brown?
278 students attend Elizabeth S Brown.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Elizabeth S Brown students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elizabeth S Brown?
Elizabeth S Brown has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Elizabeth S Brown offer ?
Elizabeth S Brown offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Elizabeth S Brown part of?
Elizabeth S Brown is part of Swansea School District.
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