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#1408 of 1,793 schools in MA

Elizabeth S Brown

Elementary School · Swansea

29 Gardners Neck Road, Swansea, MA 02777

Enrollment

274

Student-Teacher

18.3:1

Score

4.8

Grades

3rd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,408 of 1,793

In Swansea

#4 of 6

public schools

In district

#4 of 6

Swansea

Equity

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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Elizabeth S Brown

4.8/10

Elementary School in Swansea · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Elizabeth S Brown

Elizabeth S Brown is a public elementary school in Swansea, MA, part of Swansea. Elizabeth S Brown serves approximately 274 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 18.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Elizabeth S Brown has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,408 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Elizabeth S Brown show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 4.8 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.7
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.8Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-2.33 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.7Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency49.7% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency44% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+7.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+1.4 pts
Overall Proficiency47% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)51% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-3.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile53th
Resources & Environment2.0Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,245
Chronic Absenteeism12.8%

Elizabeth S Brown — Students at Elizabeth S Brown score 47% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 52.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.2% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 53.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.3% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)

Based on 76 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
56%
ELA
64%
2010
Math
58%
ELA
63%
2011
Math
56%
ELA
57%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
70%
2013
Math
54%
ELA
61%
2014
Math
61%
ELA
61%
2015
Math
69%
ELA
61%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
55%
2017
Math
56%
ELA
65%
2018
Math
58%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
58%
ELA
61.5%
2020*
Math
44%
ELA
59%
2021*
Math
44.5%
ELA
60.5%
2022
Math
51.8%
ELA
41.5%
2023
Math
42.3%
ELA
46.7%
2024
Math
51%
ELA
39.7%
2025
Math
49.7%
ELA
44%

* 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: 4.8/10.

How Elizabeth S Brown Compares

See how Elizabeth S Brown performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.8/10
22th percentile in MA
Academic
6.7/10
Average
Growth
4.8/10
Below Average
Environment
2.0/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
15 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.8%

Location

29 Gardners Neck Road, Swansea, MA 02777

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Elizabeth S Brown may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. North Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Somerset), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST MICHAEL SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Fall River), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Chace Street (rated 6.3/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Somerset), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Swansea, see our Swansea schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Joseph Case Jr High Swansea 0.2 mi 6.9
Joseph Case High Swansea 0.5 mi 6.6
STEVENS CHILDRENS HOME Swansea 0.5 mi
SWANSEA WOOD SCHOOL Swansea 0.5 mi 7.7
THE MEADOWRIDGE ACADEMY Swansea 0.8 mi 6.5
Gardner Swansea 1.6 mi 4.4
Joseph G Luther Swansea 1.4 mi 4.4
South Somerset 1.8 mi 6.2
Somerset Middle School Somerset 1.8 mi 5.8
Somerset Berkley Regional High School Somerset 2.5 mi 6.4
Mark G Hoyle Elementary Swansea 2.6 mi 5.0
Chace Street Somerset 2.8 mi 6.3
ST MICHAEL SCHOOL Fall River 3.1 mi 6.5
Morton Middle Fall River 3.3 mi 4.6
Matthew J Kuss Middle Fall River 3.9 mi 3.2
John J Doran Fall River 3.7 mi 5.4
North Elementary Somerset 3.3 mi 8.2
Stone PK-12 School Fall River 3.6 mi 4.8
ANTIOCH SCHOOL Fall River 3.5 mi 5.1
Hugh Cole School Warren 3.3 mi 5.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02777 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$116,627

Median Home Value

$414,900

Median Rent

$1,332/mo

Population

17,231

College Educated

34.2%

Homeownership

86.6%

Avg Commute

26.8 min

Poverty Rate

2.8%

Median Age

44.4

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Ellen R Hathaway New Bedford, MA 4.8
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ST STANISLAUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chicopee, MA 4.8
Tatnuck Worcester, MA 4.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Elizabeth S Brown

What grades does Elizabeth S Brown serve?

Elizabeth S Brown serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.

How many students attend Elizabeth S Brown?

Elizabeth S Brown has an enrollment of approximately 274 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Elizabeth S Brown?

The student-teacher ratio at Elizabeth S Brown is 18.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Elizabeth S Brown rank in MA?

Elizabeth S Brown ranks #1,408 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Elizabeth S Brown's MySchoolScout rating?

Elizabeth S Brown has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 S Brown?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Elizabeth S Brown has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Elizabeth S Brown a charter school?

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

Is Elizabeth S Brown a Title I school?

No, Elizabeth S Brown is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
27 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
274
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
15
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Bristol County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.8%

District

Swansea
District Enrollment
2,049
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,245
District Rank
#4 of 6

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