Serving 487 students in grades 5-8, Joseph A. Browne School 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 10% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 487 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Joseph A. Browne School encompasses the entire district of Chelsea, MA, covering an area of approximately 2.5 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Joseph A. Browne School's student population of 487 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
487 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
'Empowering Every Student'
School Rankings
Joseph A. Browne School 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 Joseph A. Browne School is 0.25, 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
#1478 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
86%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
6%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.9%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
School Mascot
Red Devil
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joseph A. Browne School's ranking?
Joseph A. Browne School is ranked #1478 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?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Joseph A. Browne School?
487 students attend Joseph A. Browne School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Joseph A. Browne School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Joseph A. Browne School?
Joseph A. Browne School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Joseph A. Browne School offer ?
Joseph A. Browne School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Joseph A. Browne School part of?
Joseph A. Browne School is part of Chelsea School District.
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