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#1133 of 1,793 schools in MA
Donald Ross
Elementary School · Braintree
20 Hayward Street, Braintree, MA 02184
Enrollment
179
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
179
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,133 of 1,793
In Braintree
#10 of 10
public schools
In district
#10 of 10
Braintree
Equity
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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Donald Ross
Elementary School in Braintree · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Donald Ross
Donald Ross is a public elementary school in Braintree, MA, part of Braintree. Donald Ross serves approximately 179 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Donald Ross has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,133 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Donald Ross show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 7.2
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 179 students, Donald Ross is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 9.4:1 students to teachers, Donald Ross sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Donald Ross — Students at Donald Ross score 51% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 62 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: 4.5/10.
How Donald Ross Compares
See how Donald Ross performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
20 Hayward Street, Braintree, MA 02184
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Donald Ross may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hollis (rated 8.4/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mary E Flaherty School (rated 8.4/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MEETING HOUSE MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Braintree, see our Braintree schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| East Middle School Braintree | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Clifford H Marshall Elementary Quincy | 1.1 mi | 4.7 |
| ST COLETTA DAY SCHOOL Braintree | 0.8 mi | — |
| MEETING HOUSE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Braintree | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| ARCHBISHOP WILLIAMS HIGH SCHOOL Braintree | 0.9 mi | 4.4 |
| STEP AHEAD KINDERGARTEN Braintree | 1.0 mi | — |
| Point Webster Middle Quincy | 1.3 mi | 4.1 |
| Archie T Morrison Braintree | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Hollis Braintree | 1.2 mi | 8.4 |
| LUMEN VERUM ACADEMY Braintree | 1.5 mi | — |
| SOUTH SHORE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Weymouth | 1.5 mi | 8.3 |
| Monatiquot Kindergarten Center Braintree | 1.6 mi | 6.5 |
| THAYER ACADEMY Braintree | 1.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Amelio Della Chiesa Early Childhood Center Quincy | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Lincoln-Hancock Community School Quincy | 1.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Quincy High Quincy | 1.9 mi | 5.5 |
| South West Middle School Quincy | 1.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Broad Meadows Middle Quincy | 2.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Mary E Flaherty School Braintree | 1.7 mi | 8.4 |
| THE WOODWARD SCHOOL Quincy | 2.1 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02184 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$125,305
Median Home Value
$623,200
Median Rent
$1,925/mo
Population
38,762
College Educated
47.1%
Homeownership
77.1%
Avg Commute
32.7 min
Poverty Rate
5.2%
Median Age
41.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION NEWBURYPORT Newburyport, MA | 5.6 |
| John F Kennedy Elementary Blackstone, MA | 5.6 |
| ST MARYS PARISH SCHOOL Westfield, MA | 5.6 |
| VENERINI ACADEMY Worcester, MA | 5.6 |
| Falls North Attleborough, MA | 5.5 |
| Lambert-Lavoie Chicopee, MA | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Donald Ross
What grades does Donald Ross serve?
Donald Ross serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Donald Ross?
Donald Ross has an enrollment of approximately 179 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Donald Ross?
The student-teacher ratio at Donald Ross is 9.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Donald Ross rank in MA?
Donald Ross ranks #1,133 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Donald Ross's MySchoolScout rating?
Donald Ross has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Donald Ross?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Donald Ross has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Donald Ross a charter school?
No, Donald Ross is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Donald Ross a Title I school?
No, Donald Ross is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 179
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Norfolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.1%
- Phone
- (781) 380-0240
Resources & Links
District
Braintree- District Enrollment
- 5,237
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,658
- District Rank
- #10 of 10
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