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#479 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 27% in state

Elias Brookings

Elementary School · Springfield

433 Walnut Street, Springfield, MA 01105

Enrollment

289

Student-Teacher

10:1

Score

7.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#479 of 1,793

In Springfield

#9 of 67

public schools

In district

#9 of 61

Springfield

Academic growth

8.2 / 10

Excellent

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Elias Brookings

7.5/10

Elementary School in Springfield · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.6/10

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6.7/10

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About Elias Brookings

Elias Brookings is a public elementary school in Springfield, MA, part of Springfield. Elias Brookings serves approximately 289 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. Elias Brookings has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #479 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Elias Brookings show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts above district
  • This school 7.5 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.5
  • MA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

33% of students at Elias Brookings 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.2Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-0.71 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics6.8Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency27.3% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency26% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-14.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-16.6 pts
Overall Proficiency27% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)4% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+23.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile53th
Resources & Environment6.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10:1
Per-Pupil Spending$26,900
Chronic Absenteeism32.5%

Elias Brookings — Students at Elias Brookings score 27% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 4%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 22.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 21.1% (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

↑ Improving

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

2009
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2010
Math
27%
ELA
22%
2011
Math
27%
ELA
22%
2012
Math
27%
ELA
17%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
27%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
27%
2015
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
28.5%
ELA
27.5%
2019
Math
24.3%
ELA
29.5%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
4.1%
ELA
15.5%
2022
Math
17.3%
ELA
9.8%
2023
Math
29%
ELA
20.3%
2024
Math
25.3%
ELA
13.3%
2025
Math
27.3%
ELA
26%

* 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: 8.2/10.

How Elias Brookings Compares

See how Elias Brookings performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.5/10
73th percentile in MA
Academic
6.8/10
Average
Growth
8.2/10
Excellent
Environment
6.9/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
29 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
32.5%

Location

433 Walnut Street, Springfield, MA 01105

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Elias Brookings may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Kensington International School (rated 6.7/10, 0.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Milton Bradley School (rated 6.4/10, 0.9 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Springfield International Academy at Johnson (rated 6.2/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Springfield, see our Springfield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Springfield Public Day Middle School Springfield 0.2 mi 5.6
Kensington International School Springfield 0.6 mi 6.7
Benjamin Swan Elementary Springfield 0.7 mi 5.2
William N. DeBerry Springfield 0.7 mi 4.8
SPRINGFIELD SDA JUNIOR ACADEMY Springfield 0.8 mi 4.2
SPRINGFIELD COMMONWEALTH ACADEMY Springfield 0.6 mi 7.6
Springfield High School Springfield 0.8 mi 4.6
Liberty Preparatory Academy Springfield 0.8 mi
Veritas Preparatory Charter School Springfield 0.7 mi 5.5
Early Childhood Education Center Springfield 0.9 mi 5.8
Forest Park Middle Springfield 0.9 mi 5.1
Springfield Realization Academy Springfield 0.9 mi 5.1
White Street Springfield 0.8 mi 6.1
Rebecca M Johnson Springfield 1.0 mi 4.1
Springfield International Academy at Johnson Springfield 1.0 mi 6.2
TRINITY NURSERY AND KINDERGARTEN Springfield 1.0 mi
High School Of Commerce Springfield 0.8 mi 5.8
Emergence Academy Springfield 0.8 mi 7.5
Milton Bradley School Springfield 0.9 mi 6.4
Phoenix Academy Public Charter High School Springfield Springfield 1.0 mi 4.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01105 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$22,994

Median Home Value

$238,400

Median Rent

$976/mo

Population

11,469

College Educated

8.3%

Homeownership

11.3%

Avg Commute

23 min

Poverty Rate

47.2%

Median Age

30.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Elias Brookings

What grades does Elias Brookings serve?

Elias Brookings serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Elias Brookings?

Elias Brookings has an enrollment of approximately 289 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Elias Brookings?

The student-teacher ratio at Elias Brookings is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Elias Brookings rank in MA?

Elias Brookings ranks #479 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Elias Brookings's MySchoolScout rating?

Elias Brookings has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Elias Brookings?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Elias Brookings has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Elias Brookings a charter school?

No, Elias Brookings is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Elias Brookings a Title I school?

No, Elias Brookings is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
72 Very Walkable
Transit Score
52 Good Transit
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
289
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
Teachers (FTE)
29
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Hampden County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
32.5%

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