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Charles a Bernazzani Elementary

Elementary School · Quincy

701 Furnace Brook, Quincy, MA 02169

Enrollment

334

Student-Teacher

14.5:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,121 of 1,793

In Quincy

#8 of 19

public schools

In district

#8 of 19

Quincy

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Charles a Bernazzani Elementary

5.7/10

Elementary School in Quincy · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Charles a Bernazzani Elementary

Charles a Bernazzani Elementary is a public elementary school in Quincy, MA, part of Quincy. Charles a Bernazzani Elementary serves approximately 334 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Charles a Bernazzani Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,121 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Charles a Bernazzani Elementary show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • District avg 5.5
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.8Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-1.85 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.4Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency43% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency41% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+0.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-1.6 pts
Overall Proficiency42% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-2.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile49th
Resources & Environment4.6Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,369
Chronic Absenteeism14.1%

Charles a Bernazzani Elementary — Students at Charles a Bernazzani Elementary score 42% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 52.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 55.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.6% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 82 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
54.5%
ELA
63.8%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
61.3%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
46%
ELA
54.8%
2022
Math
58.3%
ELA
50.3%
2023
Math
58.3%
ELA
49.3%
2024
Math
49%
ELA
50.7%
2025
Math
43%
ELA
41%

* 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: 5.8/10.

How Charles a Bernazzani Elementary Compares

See how Charles a Bernazzani Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.7/10
38th percentile in MA
Academic
6.4/10
Average
Growth
5.8/10
Average
Environment
4.6/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.1%

Location

701 Furnace Brook, Quincy, MA 02169

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Charles a Bernazzani Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Collicot (rated 8.8/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Milton), which scores notably higher. Another option is Wollaston School (rated 8.6/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Cunningham School (rated 8.5/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Milton), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Quincy, see our Quincy schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
ADAMS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Quincy 0.4 mi 5.5
Wollaston School Quincy 0.5 mi 8.6
CAMPUS KINDER HAUS Quincy 0.6 mi
Central Middle Quincy 0.6 mi 6.8
THE WOODWARD SCHOOL Quincy 0.8 mi 6.8
South West Middle School Quincy 1.1 mi 5.5
Lincoln-Hancock Community School Quincy 1.1 mi 4.7
Montclair Quincy 1.1 mi 7.0
LUMEN VERUM ACADEMY Braintree 1.2 mi
QUINCY CATHOLIC ACADEMY Quincy 1.3 mi 7.1
Francis W Parker Quincy 1.4 mi 6.4
Amelio Della Chiesa Early Childhood Center Quincy 1.3 mi 5.5
Beechwood Knoll Elementary Quincy 1.3 mi 5.2
Quincy High Quincy 1.1 mi 5.5
Atlantic Middle Quincy 1.5 mi 5.9
North Quincy High Quincy 1.5 mi 7.3
ST AGATHA SCHOOL Milton 1.2 mi 5.6
Collicot Milton 1.6 mi 8.8
Merrymount Quincy 1.6 mi 6.5
Cunningham School Milton 1.6 mi 8.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02169 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$92,080

Median Home Value

$552,200

Median Rent

$1,975/mo

Population

60,928

College Educated

48.5%

Homeownership

40.3%

Avg Commute

34.3 min

Poverty Rate

12.6%

Median Age

38.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Charles a Bernazzani Elementary

What grades does Charles a Bernazzani Elementary serve?

Charles a Bernazzani Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Charles a Bernazzani Elementary?

Charles a Bernazzani Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 334 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Charles a Bernazzani Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Charles a Bernazzani Elementary is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Charles a Bernazzani Elementary rank in MA?

Charles a Bernazzani Elementary ranks #1,121 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Charles a Bernazzani Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Charles a Bernazzani Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Charles a Bernazzani Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Charles a Bernazzani Elementary has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Charles a Bernazzani Elementary a charter school?

No, Charles a Bernazzani Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Charles a Bernazzani Elementary a Title I school?

No, Charles a Bernazzani Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
48 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
43 Some Transit
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
334
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Norfolk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.1%

District

Quincy
District Enrollment
9,695
Schools in District
19
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,369
District Rank
#8 of 19

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