Needs Improvement
#1732 of 1,793 schools in MA
Brookside Elementary
Elementary School · Dracut
1560 Lakeview Avenue, Dracut, MA 01826
Enrollment
500
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
500
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,732 of 1,793
In Dracut
#6 of 6
public schools
In district
#6 of 6
Dracut
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Brookside Elementary
Elementary School in Dracut · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Brookside Elementary
Brookside Elementary is a public elementary school in Dracut, MA, part of Dracut. Brookside Elementary serves approximately 500 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Brookside Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,732 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Brookside Elementary show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 3.3 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.0
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Brookside Elementary — Students at Brookside Elementary score 39% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 82 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: 2.5/10.
How Brookside Elementary Compares
See how Brookside Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1560 Lakeview Avenue, Dracut, MA 01826
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Brookside Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bartlett Community Partnership (rated 7.4/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Lowell), which scores notably higher. Another option is STE JEANNE D'ARC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Lowell), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Joseph McAvinnue (rated 6.7/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Lowell), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dracut, see our Dracut schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Justus C. Richardson Middle School Dracut | 0.1 mi | 5.0 |
| George H. Englesby Elementary School Dracut | 0.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Dracut Senior High Dracut | 0.3 mi | 4.7 |
| STE JEANNE D'ARC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lowell | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Joseph McAvinnue Lowell | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Dr An Wang School Lowell | 1.7 mi | 4.2 |
| Pawtucketville Memorial Lowell | 1.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Bartlett Community Partnership Lowell | 2.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Charlotte M Murkland Elementary Lowell | 2.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Greenmont Avenue Dracut | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Kathryn P. Stoklosa Middle School Lowell | 2.2 mi | 7.1 |
| SAINT PATRICK SCHOOL AND EDUCATION CENTER Lowell | 2.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Greenhalge Lowell | 2.0 mi | 5.2 |
| COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lowell | 2.6 mi | 5.4 |
| HELLENIC AMERICAN ACADEMY Lowell | 2.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Lowell High Lowell | 2.3 mi | 4.5 |
| Collegiate Charter School of Lowell Lowell | 2.7 mi | 2.8 |
| Charles W Morey Lowell | 2.8 mi | 4.8 |
| S Christa McAuliffe Elementary Lowell | 2.2 mi | 4.6 |
| Henry J Robinson Middle Lowell | 2.2 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01826 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$111,451
Median Home Value
$466,200
Median Rent
$1,740/mo
Population
32,373
College Educated
35.3%
Homeownership
79.8%
Avg Commute
29.5 min
Poverty Rate
6.6%
Median Age
41.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Cobbet Elementary Lynn, MA | 3.3 |
| Francis M Leahy Lawrence, MA | 3.3 |
| Amvet Boulevard North Attleborough, MA | 3.2 |
| Douglas Elementary School Douglas, MA | 3.2 |
| Gerard A. Guilmette Lawrence, MA | 3.2 |
| Goodyear Elementary School Woburn, MA | 3.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Brookside Elementary
What grades does Brookside Elementary serve?
Brookside Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Brookside Elementary?
Brookside Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 500 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Brookside Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Brookside Elementary is 16.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Brookside Elementary rank in MA?
Brookside Elementary ranks #1,732 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Brookside Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Brookside Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 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 Brookside Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Brookside Elementary has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Brookside Elementary a charter school?
No, Brookside Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Brookside Elementary a Title I school?
No, Brookside Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 500
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.2%
- Phone
- (978) 957-0716
Resources & Links
District
Dracut- District Enrollment
- 3,543
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,777
- District Rank
- #6 of 6
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