Serving 584 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Francis T Bresnahan Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower 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 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 584 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Francis T Bresnahan Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire district of Newburyport, MA, encompassing approximately 10.7 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.1 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 4.6 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Francis T Bresnahan Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Francis T Bresnahan Elementary School's student population of 584 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
584 students
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
School Rankings
Francis T Bresnahan Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Francis T Bresnahan Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#427 out of 1626 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
7%
26%
Black
1%
10%
White
88%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Francis T Bresnahan Elementary School's ranking?
Francis T Bresnahan Elementary School is ranked #427 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Francis T Bresnahan Elementary School often compared to?
Francis T Bresnahan Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Newbury Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Francis T Bresnahan Elementary School?
584 students attend Francis T Bresnahan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Francis T Bresnahan Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Francis T Bresnahan Elementary School?
Francis T Bresnahan Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Francis T Bresnahan Elementary School offer ?
Francis T Bresnahan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Francis T Bresnahan Elementary School part of?
Francis T Bresnahan Elementary School is part of Newburyport School District.
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