Serving 612 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Varnum Brook 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 50% (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 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 612 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Varnum Brook's student population of 612 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
612 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Varnum Brook 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 Varnum Brook is 0.34, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#611 out of 1631 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
9%
25%
Black
3%
10%
White
81%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Varnum Brook's ranking?
Varnum Brook is ranked #611 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
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 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Varnum Brook?
612 students attend Varnum Brook.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Varnum Brook students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Varnum Brook?
Varnum Brook has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Varnum Brook offer ?
Varnum Brook offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Varnum Brook part of?
Varnum Brook is part of North Middlesex School District.
School Reviews
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