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#301 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 17% in state

Edith C Baker

Elementary School · Brookline

205 Beverly Rd, Chestnut Hill, MA 02467

Enrollment

654

Student-Teacher

12.3:1

Score

8.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#301 of 1,793

In Chestnut Hill

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#8 of 13

Brookline

Equity

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Edith C Baker

8.1/10

Elementary School in Chestnut Hill · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.9/10

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7.9/10

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About Edith C Baker

Edith C Baker is a public elementary school in Chestnut Hill, MA, part of Brookline. Edith C Baker serves approximately 654 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Edith C Baker has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #301 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Edith C Baker show 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.4 pts below district
  • This school 8.1 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.5
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.8Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-1.41 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.4Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency72.3% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency72.5% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+30.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+29.9 pts
Overall Proficiency72% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)55% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+17.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile91th
Resources & Environment9.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$28,114
Chronic Absenteeism15.7%

Edith C Baker — Students at Edith C Baker score 72% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 74.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.4% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 75.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.5% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 130 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
82%
ELA
85%
2010
Math
85%
ELA
85%
2011
Math
85%
ELA
85%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
79%
ELA
84%
2014
Math
78%
ELA
84%
2015
Math
80%
ELA
87%
2016
Math
78%
ELA
81%
2017
Math
75%
ELA
82%
2018
Math
76.1%
ELA
84.1%
2019
Math
79.1%
ELA
83.1%
2020*
Math
69%
ELA
72%
2021*
Math
69.7%
ELA
69.4%
2022
Math
71.7%
ELA
69.1%
2023
Math
75.3%
ELA
72%
2024
Math
73%
ELA
69.2%
2025
Math
72.3%
ELA
72.5%

* 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: 6.8/10.

How Edith C Baker Compares

See how Edith C Baker performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.1/10
83th percentile in MA
Academic
9.4/10
Excellent
Growth
6.8/10
Average
Environment
9.3/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
53 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.7%

Location

205 Beverly Rd, Chestnut Hill, MA 02467

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Edith C Baker may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Manning Elementary School (rated 9.6/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Jamaica Plain), which scores notably higher. Another option is Memorial Spaulding (rated 9.5/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Newton Centre), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Mozart Elementary School (rated 9.4/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Roslindale), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chestnut Hill, see our Chestnut Hill schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Brookline Early Education Program at Putterham Chestnut Hill 0.3 mi 5.9
BEAVER COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Chestnut Hill 1.1 mi 7.9
HOLY NAME PARISH SCHOOL West Roxbury 1.1 mi 4.5
APPLE ORCHARD SCHOOL Brookline 0.9 mi 7.6
Memorial Spaulding Newton Centre 1.0 mi 9.5
Lyndon K-8 School West Roxbury 1.4 mi 8.1
BRIMMER & MAY SCHOOL Chestnut Hill 1.7 mi 7.6
ST THERESA SCHOOL West Roxbury 1.7 mi 5.7
CATHOLIC MEMORIAL West Roxbury 1.8 mi 5.2
THE PARK SCHOOL Brookline 1.5 mi 4.4
Manning Elementary School Jamaica Plain 1.4 mi 9.6
THE CHESTNUT HILLSCHOOL Chestnut Hill 1.9 mi 8.4
Roland Hayes Chestnut Hill 1.8 mi 7.1
Mozart Elementary School Roslindale 1.7 mi 9.4
BRITISH INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF BOSTON Boston 1.5 mi 5.7
YESHIVA OHR YISRAEL HIGH SCHOOL FOR BOYS Chestnut Hill 2.0 mi 6.2
Newton South High Newton Centre 1.6 mi 9.4
Kilmer K-8 School West Roxbury 2.1 mi 6.8
PALLOTTA DAY SCHOOL Jamaica Plain 1.6 mi
SOLOMON SCHECHTEE DAY SCHOOL Newton 1.7 mi 6.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02467 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$173,854

Median Home Value

$1,249,100

Median Rent

$3,067/mo

Population

22,325

College Educated

83%

Homeownership

68.3%

Avg Commute

25.5 min

Poverty Rate

6.2%

Median Age

30

Similar Schools

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School Rating
Elmer S Bagnall Groveland, MA 8.1
Kennedy John F Elementary School Jamaica Plain, MA 8.1
Luther Conant School Acton, MA 8.1
Lynch Elementary Winchester, MA 8.1
Lyndon K-8 School West Roxbury, MA 8.1
William A Berkowitz Elementary Chelsea, MA 8.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Edith C Baker

What grades does Edith C Baker serve?

Edith C Baker serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Edith C Baker?

Edith C Baker has an enrollment of approximately 654 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Edith C Baker?

The student-teacher ratio at Edith C Baker is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Edith C Baker rank in MA?

Edith C Baker ranks #301 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Edith C Baker's MySchoolScout rating?

Edith C Baker has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Edith C Baker?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Edith C Baker has 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Edith C Baker a charter school?

No, Edith C Baker is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Edith C Baker a Title I school?

No, Edith C Baker is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
56 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
27 Some Transit
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
654
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
53
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Norfolk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.7%

District

Brookline
District Enrollment
7,039
Schools in District
13
Per-Pupil Spending
$28,114
District Rank
#8 of 13

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