Briggs Elementary School

96 Williams Rd
Ashburnham, MA 01430
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 524 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 48% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). 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 14:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 46% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 524 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 13%
  • : Top 50% in MA
  • : 48% (Top 50%)
  • : 45% (Top 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Briggs Elementary School's student population of 524 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
524 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
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School Rankings

Briggs Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Briggs Elementary School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MA)
#730 out of 1631 schools
(Top 50%)
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48%
41%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Briggs Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Massachusetts by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
45%
44%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Briggs Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Massachusetts by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
40-44%
44%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Briggs Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in Massachusetts by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
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Hispanic
6%
24%
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Black
2%
10%
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White
87%
54%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Massachusetts.
0.24
This chart displays the diversity score of Briggs Elementary School and the public school average diversity score of Massachusetts by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
35%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Briggs Elementary School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Massachusetts by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Briggs Elementary School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Massachusetts by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Briggs Elementary School's ranking?
Briggs Elementary School is ranked #730 out of 1,631 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?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% 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?
524 students attend Briggs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Briggs Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% 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 14:1, 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 (offers virtual instruction).
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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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 524 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 13%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 48% (Top 50%)
  • : 45% (Top 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

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