Below Average
#1627 of 1,793 schools in MA
Bradford Elementary
Elementary School · Haverhill
118 Montvale Street, Bradford, MA 01835
Enrollment
465
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
465
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,627 of 1,793
In Bradford
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#14 of 16
Haverhill
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Bradford Elementary
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About Bradford Elementary
Bradford Elementary is a public elementary school in Bradford, MA, part of Haverhill. Bradford Elementary serves approximately 465 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Bradford Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,627 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Bradford Elementary show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 5.7
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
42% of students at Bradford Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Bradford Elementary — Students at Bradford Elementary score 36% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 56 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 3.0/10.
How Bradford Elementary Compares
See how Bradford Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
118 Montvale Street, Bradford, MA 01835
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bradford Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Elmer S Bagnall (rated 8.1/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Groveland), which scores notably higher. Another option is Golden Hill (rated 7.3/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Haverhill), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Caleb Dustin Hunking School (rated 7.0/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Haverhill), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bradford, see our Bradford schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SACRED HEARTS SCHOOL Bradford | 0.9 mi | 4.2 |
| Greenleaf Academy Bradford | 0.9 mi | 4.1 |
| Caleb Dustin Hunking School Haverhill | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Dr Paul Nettle Haverhill | 1.2 mi | 4.6 |
| Golden Hill Haverhill | 1.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Moody Haverhill | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Moody Preschool Extension Haverhill | 1.5 mi | 3.1 |
| Tilton Haverhill | 1.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Bartlett School and Assessment Center Haverhill | 1.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Silver Hill Elementary School Haverhill | 1.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Consentino Middle School Haverhill | 1.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Gateway Academy Haverhill | 2.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Pentucket Lake Elementary Haverhill | 2.6 mi | 3.1 |
| Walnut Square Haverhill | 2.6 mi | 6.3 |
| BRADFORD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Bradford | 2.0 mi | 7.5 |
| John G Whittier Haverhill | 2.8 mi | 5.0 |
| Elmer S Bagnall Groveland | 2.5 mi | 8.1 |
| Haverhill High Haverhill | 2.8 mi | 4.1 |
| Hill View Montessori Charter Public School Haverhill | 2.6 mi | 4.3 |
| BROOKS SCHOOL North Andover | 3.5 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01835 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$108,275
Median Home Value
$431,400
Median Rent
$1,747/mo
Population
14,637
College Educated
40%
Homeownership
76%
Avg Commute
29.3 min
Poverty Rate
4%
Median Age
37.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Beachmont Veterans Memorial School Revere, MA | 4.0 |
| Hennigan K-8 School Jamaica Plain, MA | 4.0 |
| Laliberte Elementary School Raynham, MA | 4.0 |
| Mary E Stapleton Elementary Framingham, MA | 4.0 |
| Paul Revere Revere, MA | 4.0 |
| Robert L Ford Lynn, MA | 4.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bradford Elementary
What grades does Bradford Elementary serve?
Bradford Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Bradford Elementary?
Bradford Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 465 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bradford Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Bradford Elementary is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bradford Elementary rank in MA?
Bradford Elementary ranks #1,627 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Bradford Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Bradford Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Bradford Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bradford Elementary has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Bradford Elementary a charter school?
No, Bradford Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bradford Elementary a Title I school?
No, Bradford Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 465
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.7%
- Phone
- (978) 374-2443
Resources & Links
District
Haverhill- District Enrollment
- 7,882
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,615
- District Rank
- #14 of 16
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