Below Average
#1495 of 1,793 schools in MA
Brayton
Elementary School · North Adams
20 Brayton Hill Terrace, North Adams, MA 01247
Enrollment
218
Student-Teacher
8.1:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
218
Student-Teacher
8.1:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,495 of 1,793
In North Adams
#4 of 5
public schools
In district
#3 of 4
North Adams
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About Brayton
Brayton is a public elementary school in North Adams, MA, part of North Adams. Brayton serves approximately 218 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 8.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Brayton has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,495 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Brayton show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 5.5
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 8.1:1 students to teachers, Brayton sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
39% of students at Brayton 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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Brayton — Students at Brayton score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2023-24)
Based on 86 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: 4.2/10.
How Brayton Compares
See how Brayton performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
20 Brayton Hill Terrace, North Adams, MA 01247
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Brayton may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Colegrove Park Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Emma L Miller Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 11.4 miles away, in nearby Savoy), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PINE COBBLE SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Williamstown), which scores notably higher. For more schools in North Adams, see our North Adams schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Greylock North Adams | 1.0 mi | 4.1 |
| Colegrove Park Elementary North Adams | 1.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Clarksburg Elementary Clarksburg | 2.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Charles McCann Vocational Technical North Adams | 2.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Drury High North Adams | 2.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Williamstown Elementary Williamstown | 3.4 mi | 6.1 |
| PINE COBBLE SCHOOL Williamstown | 3.6 mi | 7.5 |
| ST STANISLAUS KOSTKA SCHOOL Adams | 5.1 mi | 4.6 |
| BUXTON SCHOOL Williamstown | 3.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Berkshire Arts and Technology Charter Public School Adams | 5.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Hoosac Valley Elementary School Adams | 5.5 mi | 2.9 |
| Stamford Elementary School Stramford | 5.3 mi | 4.3 |
| Abbott Memorial Florida | 5.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Hoosac Valley High School Cheshire | 7.2 mi | 3.3 |
| Hoosac Valley Middle School Cheshire | 7.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Mt Greylock Regional High Williamstown | 5.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Pownal Elementary School Pownal | 8.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Emma L Miller Elementary School Savoy | 11.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Bennington Elementary School Bennington | 13.0 mi | 5.5 |
| THE SCHOOL OF SACRED HEART ST FRANCIS DE SALES Bennington | 13.1 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01247 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,544
Median Home Value
$190,600
Median Rent
$786/mo
Population
14,967
College Educated
26.7%
Homeownership
58.1%
Avg Commute
18.3 min
Poverty Rate
15.6%
Median Age
44.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Brayton
What grades does Brayton serve?
Brayton serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Brayton?
Brayton has an enrollment of approximately 218 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Brayton?
The student-teacher ratio at Brayton is 8.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Brayton rank in MA?
Brayton ranks #1,495 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Brayton's MySchoolScout rating?
Brayton has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Brayton?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Brayton has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Brayton a charter school?
No, Brayton is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Brayton a Title I school?
No, Brayton is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 218
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Berkshire County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.5%
- Phone
- (413) 662-3260
Resources & Links
District
North Adams- District Enrollment
- 1,207
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,321
- District Rank
- #3 of 4
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