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#662 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 37% in state

Elizabeth Carter Brooks

Elementary School · New Bedford

212 Nemasket Street, New Bedford, MA 02740

Enrollment

264

Student-Teacher

12:1

Score

6.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#662 of 1,793

In New Bedford

#2 of 27

public schools

In district

#2 of 24

New Bedford

Academic performance

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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Elizabeth Carter Brooks

6.9/10

Elementary School in New Bedford · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.8/10

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About Elizabeth Carter Brooks

Elizabeth Carter Brooks is a public elementary school in New Bedford, MA, part of New Bedford. Elizabeth Carter Brooks serves approximately 264 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Elizabeth Carter Brooks has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #662 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Elizabeth Carter Brooks show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.1 pts above district
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • District avg 4.8
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.6Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-1.5 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.9Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42.3% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency41.3% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+0.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-1.3 pts
Overall Proficiency42% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)17% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+25.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile69th
Resources & Environment6.2Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,022
Chronic Absenteeism26.9%

Elizabeth Carter Brooks — Students at Elizabeth Carter Brooks score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 17%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 44.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 43.2% (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

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2010
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2011
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2012
Math
27%
ELA
22%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
77%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
55%
ELA
47.8%
2019
Math
48.3%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
26.3%
ELA
50.8%
2022
Math
49.3%
ELA
45%
2023
Math
43.3%
ELA
35%
2024
Math
47%
ELA
36.7%
2025
Math
42.3%
ELA
41.3%

* 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: 6.6/10.

How Elizabeth Carter Brooks Compares

See how Elizabeth Carter Brooks performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.9/10
63th percentile in MA
Academic
7.9/10
Very Good
Growth
6.6/10
Average
Environment
6.2/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.9%

Location

212 Nemasket Street, New Bedford, MA 02740

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Elizabeth Carter Brooks may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. James M. Quinn School (rated 7.4/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Dartmouth), which scores slightly higher. Another option is HOLY FAMILY HOLY NAME SCHOOL (rated 5.8/10, 1.1 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, ST JAMES - ST JOHN SCHOOL (rated 5.1/10, 1.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in New Bedford, see our New Bedford schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Keith Middle School New Bedford 0.3 mi 6.8
New Bedford High New Bedford 0.4 mi 5.5
Thomas R Rodman New Bedford 0.5 mi 3.2
NAZARENE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY New Bedford 0.8 mi 6.3
OUR SISTERS' SCHOOL New Bedford 1.1 mi 7.9
BISHOP STANG HIGH SCHOOL North Dartmouth 0.9 mi 4.3
Ellen R Hathaway New Bedford 1.0 mi 4.8
Trinity Day Academy New Bedford 0.9 mi 5.7
James M. Quinn School Dartmouth 1.2 mi 7.4
Carlos Pacheco New Bedford 1.1 mi 4.5
Dartmouth Middle North Dartmouth 1.3 mi 8.0
Betsey B Winslow New Bedford 1.3 mi 4.4
John Avery Parker New Bedford 1.1 mi 4.4
HOLY FAMILY HOLY NAME SCHOOL New Bedford 1.1 mi 5.8
Sgt Wm H Carney Academy New Bedford 1.2 mi 3.1
Whaling City Junior/Senior High School New Bedford 1.3 mi 4.6
Hayden/McFadden New Bedford 1.4 mi 4.9
ST JAMES - ST JOHN SCHOOL New Bedford 1.6 mi 5.1
NATIVITY PREPARATORY SCHOOL NEW BEDFORD New Bedford 1.5 mi 7.0
Global Learning Charter Public School New Bedford 1.7 mi 4.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02740 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$54,563

Median Home Value

$303,400

Median Rent

$1,052/mo

Population

46,336

College Educated

18.1%

Homeownership

37.9%

Avg Commute

24.1 min

Poverty Rate

19.6%

Median Age

37

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School Rating
Adams Elementary School East Boston, MA 6.9
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FRIENDS ACADEMY North Dartmouth, MA 6.9
INLY SCHOOL Scituate, MA 6.9
Nabnasset Westford, MA 6.9
OUR LADYS ACADEMY Waltham, MA 6.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Elizabeth Carter Brooks

What grades does Elizabeth Carter Brooks serve?

Elizabeth Carter Brooks serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Elizabeth Carter Brooks?

Elizabeth Carter Brooks has an enrollment of approximately 264 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Elizabeth Carter Brooks?

The student-teacher ratio at Elizabeth Carter Brooks is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Elizabeth Carter Brooks rank in MA?

Elizabeth Carter Brooks ranks #662 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Elizabeth Carter Brooks's MySchoolScout rating?

Elizabeth Carter Brooks has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Elizabeth Carter Brooks?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Elizabeth Carter Brooks has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Elizabeth Carter Brooks a charter school?

No, Elizabeth Carter Brooks is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Elizabeth Carter Brooks a Title I school?

No, Elizabeth Carter Brooks is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
44 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
34 Some Transit
Bike Score
48 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
264
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Bristol County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.9%

District

New Bedford
District Enrollment
12,488
Schools in District
24
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,022
District Rank
#2 of 24

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