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#1684 of 1,793 schools in MA
Dr W Arnone Community School
Elementary School · Brockton
135 Belmont Street, Brockton, MA 02301
Enrollment
763
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
763
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,684 of 1,793
In Brockton
#21 of 24
public schools
In district
#20 of 23
Brockton
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Dr W Arnone Community School
Elementary School in Brockton · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Dr W Arnone Community School
Dr W Arnone Community School is a public elementary school in Brockton, MA, part of Brockton. Dr W Arnone Community School serves approximately 763 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Dr W Arnone Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,684 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Dr W Arnone Community School show 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.2
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Dr W Arnone Community School 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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Dr W Arnone Community School — Students at Dr W Arnone Community School score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
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: 5.1/10.
How Dr W Arnone Community School Compares
See how Dr W Arnone Community School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
135 Belmont Street, Brockton, MA 02301
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dr W Arnone Community School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Manthala George Jr. School (rated 6.7/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Louis F Angelo Elementary (rated 6.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Downey (rated 5.9/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brockton, see our Brockton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Barrett Russell Early Childhood Center Brockton | 0.7 mi | 2.7 |
| Plouffe Middle School Brockton | 0.7 mi | 3.5 |
| BROCKTON AREA SDA ACADEMY Brockton | 0.9 mi | 4.4 |
| Louis F Angelo Elementary Brockton | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Gilmore Elementary School Brockton | 1.1 mi | 4.1 |
| West Middle School Brockton | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| South Middle School Brockton | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Manthala George Jr. School Brockton | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| North Middle School Brockton | 1.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Brockton High Brockton | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Edison Evening Academy Brockton | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Brockton Virtual Learning Academy Brockton | 1.3 mi | 4.2 |
| John F Kennedy Brockton | 1.5 mi | 5.1 |
| East Middle School Brockton | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Oscar F Raymond Brockton | 1.7 mi | 4.3 |
| PROMISE College and Career Academy Brockton | 1.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Downey Brockton | 1.6 mi | 5.9 |
| New Heights Charter School of Brockton Brockton | 2.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Huntington Therapeutic Day School Brockton | 1.9 mi | 4.1 |
| CARDINAL SPELLMAN HIGH SCHOOL Brockton | 1.9 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02301 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,727
Median Home Value
$414,200
Median Rent
$1,566/mo
Population
68,608
College Educated
21.7%
Homeownership
50%
Avg Commute
32.7 min
Poverty Rate
15.3%
Median Age
35.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| John J Shaughnessy Lowell, MA | 3.6 |
| South Street Early Learning Center Fitchburg, MA | 3.6 |
| A Drewicz Elementary Lynn, MA | 3.5 |
| Abraham Lincoln Revere, MA | 3.7 |
| Brophy Framingham, MA | 3.7 |
| Carlton M. Viveiros Elementary School Fall River, MA | 3.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dr W Arnone Community School
What grades does Dr W Arnone Community School serve?
Dr W Arnone Community School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Dr W Arnone Community School?
Dr W Arnone Community School has an enrollment of approximately 763 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dr W Arnone Community School?
The student-teacher ratio at Dr W Arnone Community School is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dr W Arnone Community School rank in MA?
Dr W Arnone Community School ranks #1,684 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Dr W Arnone Community School's MySchoolScout rating?
Dr W Arnone Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 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 Dr W Arnone Community School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dr W Arnone Community School has 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Dr W Arnone Community School a charter school?
No, Dr W Arnone Community School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dr W Arnone Community School a Title I school?
No, Dr W Arnone Community School 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
- 763
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 48
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Plymouth County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.2%
- Phone
- (508) 894-4440
Resources & Links
District
Brockton- District Enrollment
- 14,954
- Schools in District
- 24
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,618
- District Rank
- #20 of 23
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