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#966 of 1,793 schools in MA
Captain Samuel Brown
Elementary School · Peabody
150 Lynn Street, Peabody, MA 01960
Enrollment
376
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
376
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#966 of 1,793
In Peabody
#4 of 11
public schools
In district
#4 of 11
Peabody
Academic growth
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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Captain Samuel Brown
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About Captain Samuel Brown
Captain Samuel Brown is a public elementary school in Peabody, MA, part of Peabody. Captain Samuel Brown serves approximately 376 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Captain Samuel Brown has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #966 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Captain Samuel Brown show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 5.4
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Captain Samuel Brown sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Captain Samuel Brown — Students at Captain Samuel Brown score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
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: 7.1/10.
How Captain Samuel Brown Compares
See how Captain Samuel Brown performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
150 Lynn Street, Peabody, MA 01960
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Captain Samuel Brown may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. South Memorial (rated 7.4/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Witchcraft Heights (rated 7.3/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Salem), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Aborn (rated 7.1/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Lynn), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Peabody, see our Peabody schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| South Memorial Peabody | 0.6 mi | 7.4 |
| NORTH SHORE CHRISTIAN Lynn | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| J Henry Higgins Middle Peabody | 1.4 mi | 4.5 |
| Pickering Middle Lynn | 1.5 mi | 4.4 |
| Edward A Sisson Lynn | 1.5 mi | 3.4 |
| William A Welch Sr Peabody | 1.3 mi | 4.4 |
| Center Peabody | 1.6 mi | 3.8 |
| Lynn Woods Lynn | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| ST PIUS V SCHOOL Lynn | 1.9 mi | 5.2 |
| ST JOHN THE BAPTIST SCHOOL Peabody | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
| LITTLE THEATRE SCHOOL NURSERY AND KINDERGARTEN Lynn | 1.5 mi | — |
| Peabody Personalized Remote Education Program Peabody | 1.8 mi | 2.6 |
| Lynn English High Lynn | 2.1 mi | 3.0 |
| Hood Lynn | 2.1 mi | 3.0 |
| Witchcraft Heights Salem | 1.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Capt William G Shoemaker Lynn | 1.7 mi | 4.3 |
| Aborn Lynn | 2.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Robert L Ford Lynn | 2.5 mi | 4.0 |
| Ingalls Lynn | 2.6 mi | 3.4 |
| Sewell-Anderson Lynn | 2.5 mi | 5.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01960 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$95,173
Median Home Value
$566,700
Median Rent
$1,902/mo
Population
53,961
College Educated
33.7%
Homeownership
65.4%
Avg Commute
27.3 min
Poverty Rate
6.5%
Median Age
46.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| George F. Willett Norwood, MA | 6.1 |
| Lincoln Melrose, MA | 6.1 |
| Oakdale Dedham, MA | 6.1 |
| Plains Elementary South Hadley, MA | 6.1 |
| Quashnet School Mashpee, MA | 6.1 |
| SOLOMON SCHECHTEE DAY SCHOOL Newton, MA | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Captain Samuel Brown
What grades does Captain Samuel Brown serve?
Captain Samuel Brown serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Captain Samuel Brown?
Captain Samuel Brown has an enrollment of approximately 376 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Captain Samuel Brown?
The student-teacher ratio at Captain Samuel Brown is 10.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Captain Samuel Brown rank in MA?
Captain Samuel Brown ranks #966 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Captain Samuel Brown's MySchoolScout rating?
Captain Samuel Brown has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Captain Samuel Brown?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Captain Samuel Brown has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Captain Samuel Brown a charter school?
No, Captain Samuel Brown is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Captain Samuel Brown a Title I school?
No, Captain Samuel Brown is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 376
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.8%
- Phone
- (978) 536-4100
Resources & Links
District
Peabody- District Enrollment
- 5,832
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,315
- District Rank
- #4 of 11
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