Below Average
#1430 of 1,793 schools in MA
Francis T Bresnahan Elementary
Elementary School · Newburyport
333 High Street, Newburyport, MA 01950
Enrollment
604
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
604
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,430 of 1,793
In Newburyport
#5 of 5
public schools
In district
#4 of 4
Newburyport
School environment
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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Francis T Bresnahan Elementary
Elementary School in Newburyport · grades Pre-K – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Francis T Bresnahan Elementary
Francis T Bresnahan Elementary is a public elementary school in Newburyport, MA, part of Newburyport. Francis T Bresnahan Elementary serves approximately 604 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Francis T Bresnahan Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,430 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Francis T Bresnahan Elementary show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 6.3
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 9.9:1 students to teachers, Francis T Bresnahan Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Francis T Bresnahan Elementary — Students at Francis T Bresnahan Elementary score 43% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 42 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: 2.4/10.
How Francis T Bresnahan Elementary Compares
See how Francis T Bresnahan Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
333 High Street, Newburyport, MA 01950
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Francis T Bresnahan Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Newbury Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Newbury), which scores notably higher. Another option is Dr John C Page School (rated 9.0/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby West Newbury), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Edward G. Molin Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Newburyport, see our Newburyport schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Newburyport High Newburyport | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Rupert A Nock Middle Newburyport | 0.9 mi | 8.5 |
| Edward G. Molin Elementary School Newburyport | 0.9 mi | 7.9 |
| River Valley Charter School Newburyport | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION NEWBURYPORT Newburyport | 1.4 mi | 5.6 |
| NEWBURYPORT MONTESSORI SCHOOL Newburyport | 1.5 mi | — |
| SPARHAWK SCHOOL INC Amesbury | 2.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Newbury Elementary Newbury | 2.4 mi | 9.1 |
| Amesbury Middle Amesbury | 2.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Salisbury Elementary Salisbury | 2.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Amesbury Innovation High School Amesbury | 3.2 mi | 6.5 |
| AMESBURY MONTESSORI Amesbury | 3.2 mi | — |
| Amesbury High Amesbury | 3.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Charles C Cashman Elementary Amesbury | 3.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Shay Elementary Amesbury | 3.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Dr John C Page School West Newbury | 3.4 mi | 9.0 |
| THE CHILDRENS CASTLE West Newbury | 3.5 mi | — |
| Triton Regional Middle School Byfield | 5.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Triton Regional High School Byfield | 5.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Seabrook Middle School Seabrook | 4.9 mi | 3.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01950 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$144,259
Median Home Value
$792,400
Median Rent
$1,511/mo
Population
18,444
College Educated
65.9%
Homeownership
76.2%
Avg Commute
32.3 min
Poverty Rate
5.1%
Median Age
47.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Clifford H Marshall Elementary Quincy, MA | 4.7 |
| Lincoln-Hancock Community School Quincy, MA | 4.7 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Needham, MA | 4.7 |
| Spencer Borden Fall River, MA | 4.7 |
| Charles W Morey Lowell, MA | 4.8 |
| Crocker Elementary Fitchburg, MA | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Francis T Bresnahan Elementary
What grades does Francis T Bresnahan Elementary serve?
Francis T Bresnahan Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.
How many students attend Francis T Bresnahan Elementary?
Francis T Bresnahan Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 604 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Francis T Bresnahan Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Francis T Bresnahan Elementary is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Francis T Bresnahan Elementary rank in MA?
Francis T Bresnahan Elementary ranks #1,430 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Francis T Bresnahan Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Francis T Bresnahan Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Francis T Bresnahan Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Francis T Bresnahan Elementary has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Francis T Bresnahan Elementary a charter school?
No, Francis T Bresnahan Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Francis T Bresnahan Elementary a Title I school?
No, Francis T Bresnahan Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 604
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 61
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.6%
- Phone
- (978) 465-4431
Resources & Links
District
Newburyport- District Enrollment
- 2,162
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,931
- District Rank
- #4 of 4
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