Serving 547 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Brooks 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 50% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 46% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 547 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Brooks School's student population of 547 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
547 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Brooks 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 Brooks School is 0.45, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#649 out of 1631 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
6%
7%
Hispanic
8%
24%
Black
4%
10%
White
73%
54%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brooks School's ranking?
Brooks School is ranked #649 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Brooks School often compared to?
Brooks Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Milton Fuller Roberts, John J Mcglynn Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Brooks School?
547 students attend Brooks School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Brooks School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brooks School?
Brooks School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Brooks School offer ?
Brooks School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Brooks School part of?
Brooks School is part of Medford School District.
In what neighborhood is Brooks School located?
Brooks School is located in the West Medford neighborhood of Medford, MA.
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