Below Average
#1468 of 1,793 schools in MA
Daniel B Brunton
Elementary School · Springfield
1801 Parker Street, Springfield, MA 01128
Enrollment
295
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
295
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,468 of 1,793
In Springfield
#58 of 67
public schools
In district
#54 of 61
Springfield
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About Daniel B Brunton
Daniel B Brunton is a public elementary school in Springfield, MA, part of Springfield. Daniel B Brunton serves approximately 295 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Daniel B Brunton has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,468 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Daniel B Brunton show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 6.5
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 9.8:1 students to teachers, Daniel B Brunton sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
45% of students at Daniel B Brunton 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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Daniel B Brunton — Students at Daniel B Brunton score 24% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 4%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 82 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 3.5/10.
How Daniel B Brunton Compares
See how Daniel B Brunton performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1801 Parker Street, Springfield, MA 01128
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Daniel B Brunton may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Frank H Freedman (rated 8.6/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Frederick Harris (rated 7.8/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Glickman Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Springfield, see our Springfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Kiley Academy Springfield | 0.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Kiley Prep Springfield | 0.4 mi | 5.2 |
| PIONEER VALLEY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Springfield | 0.6 mi | 7.4 |
| MILL POND SCHOOL Springfield | 1.1 mi | — |
| CURTIS BLAKE DAY SCHOOL Springfield | 1.1 mi | — |
| Mary M Walsh Springfield | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Meadow Brook East Longmeadow | 1.4 mi | 4.1 |
| Arthur T Talmadge Springfield | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| PIONEER VALLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Springfield | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Glickman Elementary Springfield | 1.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Mapleshade East Longmeadow | 1.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Springfield International Charter School Springfield | 2.0 mi | 4.4 |
| Birchland Park East Longmeadow | 2.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Frank H Freedman Springfield | 1.9 mi | 8.6 |
| Mary M Lynch Springfield | 2.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Soule Road Wilbraham | 1.9 mi | 6.9 |
| John J Duggan Academy Springfield | 2.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Frederick Harris Springfield | 2.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Warner Springfield | 3.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Stony Hill School Wilbraham | 2.6 mi | 4.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01128 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,125
Median Home Value
$246,200
Population
3,252
College Educated
39%
Homeownership
94.5%
Poverty Rate
8.3%
Median Age
38.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| East Meadow Granby, MA | 4.6 |
| Fairview Elementary Chicopee, MA | 4.6 |
| Highlands Danvers, MA | 4.6 |
| Memorial Early Childhood Center Middleboro, MA | 4.6 |
| Saltonstall School Salem, MA | 4.6 |
| Thomas Willett Elementary School Attleboro, MA | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Daniel B Brunton
What grades does Daniel B Brunton serve?
Daniel B Brunton serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Daniel B Brunton?
Daniel B Brunton has an enrollment of approximately 295 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Daniel B Brunton?
The student-teacher ratio at Daniel B Brunton is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Daniel B Brunton rank in MA?
Daniel B Brunton ranks #1,468 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Daniel B Brunton's MySchoolScout rating?
Daniel B Brunton has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Daniel B Brunton?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Daniel B Brunton has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Daniel B Brunton a charter school?
No, Daniel B Brunton is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Daniel B Brunton a Title I school?
No, Daniel B Brunton is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 295
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Hampden County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 45.1%
- Phone
- (413) 787-7444
Resources & Links
District
Springfield- District Enrollment
- 23,693
- Schools in District
- 66
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,900
- District Rank
- #54 of 61
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