Serving 283 students in grades 3-5, Elizabeth S Brown ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
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 Black), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 283 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Elizabeth S Brown School covers approximately 13.8 square miles in the eastern part of Swansea, MA. Families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the farthest edge of the zone located about 4.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elizabeth S Brown's student population of 283 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
283 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Elizabeth S Brown ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,626 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 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#874 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
26%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
10%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
93%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.4%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #874 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Elizabeth S Brown?
283 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 Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Elizabeth S Brown part of?
Elizabeth S Brown is part of Swansea School District.
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