The Samuel Brown School is a historic school building at 200 Lynn St. in Peabody, Massachusetts. The building was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on August 12, 2009.
Serving 369 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Captain Samuel Brown ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 369 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Captain Samuel Brown ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Captain Samuel Brown's student population of 369 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
369 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Captain Samuel Brown ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Captain Samuel Brown is 0.57, 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
#1354 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
8%
Hispanic
23%
26%
Black
6%
10%
White
61%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Captain Samuel Brown's ranking?
Captain Samuel Brown is ranked #1354 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Captain Samuel Brown?
369 students attend Captain Samuel Brown.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Captain Samuel Brown students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Captain Samuel Brown?
Captain Samuel Brown has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Captain Samuel Brown offer ?
Captain Samuel Brown offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Captain Samuel Brown part of?
Captain Samuel Brown is part of Peabody School District.
In what neighborhood is Captain Samuel Brown located?
Captain Samuel Brown is located in the South Peabody neighborhood of Peabody, MA. There are 1 other public schools located in South Peabody.
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