Elizabeth Carter Brooks

212 Nemasket Street
New Bedford, MA 02740
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 50%
Serving 275 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Elizabeth Carter Brooks ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 46% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 275 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 55%
  • : Top 50% in MA
  • : 50-54% (Top 30%)
  • : 45-49% (Top 50%)
  • : 30-39% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Elizabeth Carter Brooks ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:

Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools

School Overview

Elizabeth Carter Brooks's student population of 275 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
275 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings

Elizabeth Carter Brooks 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 Elizabeth Carter Brooks is 0.66, which is more 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)
#583 out of 1631 schools
(Top 50%)
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50-54%
41%
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45-49%
44%
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30-39%
44%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
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Hispanic
35%
24%
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Black
14%
10%
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White
45%
54%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.66
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
35%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
5%
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School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Elizabeth Carter Brooks's ranking?
Elizabeth Carter Brooks is ranked #583 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Elizabeth Carter Brooks often compared to?
Elizabeth Carter Brooksis often viewed alongside schools like Thomas R Rodman, James B Congdon 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 41% MA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Elizabeth Carter Brooks?
275 students attend Elizabeth Carter Brooks.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Elizabeth Carter Brooks students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elizabeth Carter Brooks?
Elizabeth Carter Brooks has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Elizabeth Carter Brooks offer ?
Elizabeth Carter Brooks offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Elizabeth Carter Brooks part of?
Elizabeth Carter Brooks is part of New Bedford School District.

School Reviews

5   11/2/2017
This school is amazing. Not only does the staff provide a comfortable environment, they go out of their way to provide a safe one. Each morning, many of the staff remain outside monitoring children, making sure they cross the street safely. They are encouraging and it clearly shows in the children. They go out of their way to offer positive encouragement. Overall, the school is warm, the staff is caring and engaging and the children are happy. I have found some of the best teachers and assistants in this school and my children absolutely love it.
- Posted by Parent - Jennifer B.
5   2/6/2017
I had 2 children go to carter brooks the staff was fantastic, any problems they were on top of it and let me and my wife know I can not say enough about carter brooks for how they prepared my girls for middle school
- Posted by Parent - Jason vangel
2   3/14/2014
As a former student and mother I highly recommend that you DO NOT send your child here. They do nothing when bullying happens. The teachers and administration do not care for the children and the way they teach os mediocre at best. Rules are not enforced. Just don't put your child through this.
- Posted by Parent - dlois

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 275 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 55%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 50-54% (Top 30%)
  • : 45-49% (Top 50%)
  • : 30-39% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

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