Serving 394 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Brackett ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (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 37% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 394 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brackett ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Brackett's student population of 394 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
394 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
1931
School Calendar
School Rankings
Brackett ranks within the top 20% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brackett is 0.56, 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
#238 out of 1626 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
8%
Hispanic
7%
26%
Black
2%
10%
White
63%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cricket
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brackett's ranking?
Brackett is ranked #238 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Brackett often compared to?
Brackettis often viewed alongside schools like Cyrus E Dallin, John A Bishop, Hardy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Brackett?
394 students attend Brackett.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Brackett students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brackett?
Brackett has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Brackett offer ?
Brackett offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Brackett part of?
Brackett is part of Arlington School District.
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