Excellent
#248 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 14% in state
Alice M Barrows
Elementary School · Reading
16 Edgemont Avenue, Reading, MA 01867
Enrollment
356
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
356
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#248 of 1,793
In Reading
#4 of 9
public schools
In district
#4 of 9
Reading
Equity
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Alice M Barrows
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About Alice M Barrows
Alice M Barrows is a public elementary school in Reading, MA, part of Reading. Alice M Barrows serves approximately 356 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Alice M Barrows has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #248 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Alice M Barrows show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.3 · Excellent
- District avg 8.4
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Alice M Barrows — Students at Alice M Barrows score 68% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 82 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.1/10.
How Alice M Barrows Compares
See how Alice M Barrows performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
16 Edgemont Avenue, Reading, MA 01867
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Alice M Barrows may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Joshua Eaton (rated 8.6/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is J Warren Killam (rated 8.6/10, 2.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Wood End Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 2.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Reading, see our Reading schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| READING MONTESSORI SCHOOL Reading | 0.5 mi | — |
| AUSTIN PREPARATORY SCHOOL Reading | 0.6 mi | 3.7 |
| Walter S Parker Middle Reading | 0.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Joshua Eaton Reading | 0.8 mi | 8.6 |
| Birch Meadow Reading | 1.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Reading Memorial High Reading | 1.2 mi | 8.2 |
| RISE PreSchool Reading | 1.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Arthur W Coolidge Middle Reading | 1.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Wood End Elementary School Reading | 2.2 mi | 8.5 |
| Robin Hood Stoneham | 2.1 mi | 5.2 |
| John F Kennedy Middle School Woburn | 2.3 mi | 5.3 |
| J Warren Killam Reading | 2.2 mi | 8.6 |
| Mary D Altavesta Woburn | 2.1 mi | 2.7 |
| Linscott-Rumford Woburn | 2.2 mi | 3.9 |
| Walton Wakefield | 2.2 mi | 8.2 |
| Malcolm White Woburn | 2.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Goodyear Elementary School Woburn | 2.9 mi | 3.2 |
| TENDER LEARNING CENTRE Wilmington | 2.4 mi | — |
| Woburn High Woburn | 2.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Hurld-Wyman Elementary School Woburn | 2.7 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01867 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$163,407
Median Home Value
$741,100
Median Rent
$1,722/mo
Population
25,474
College Educated
65%
Homeownership
83%
Avg Commute
30.6 min
Poverty Rate
2.7%
Median Age
44.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Centerville Elementary Beverly, MA | 8.3 |
| Federal Furnace School Plymouth, MA | 8.3 |
| John D Runkle Brookline, MA | 8.3 |
| North Beverly Elementary Beverly, MA | 8.3 |
| Swallow/Union School Dunstable, MA | 8.3 |
| Williams Pittsfield, MA | 8.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Alice M Barrows
What grades does Alice M Barrows serve?
Alice M Barrows serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Alice M Barrows?
Alice M Barrows has an enrollment of approximately 356 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Alice M Barrows?
The student-teacher ratio at Alice M Barrows is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Alice M Barrows rank in MA?
Alice M Barrows ranks #248 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Alice M Barrows's MySchoolScout rating?
Alice M Barrows has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Alice M Barrows?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Alice M Barrows has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Alice M Barrows a charter school?
No, Alice M Barrows is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Alice M Barrows a Title I school?
No, Alice M Barrows is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 356
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.4%
- Phone
- (781) 942-9166
Resources & Links
District
Reading- District Enrollment
- 3,850
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,138
- District Rank
- #4 of 9
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