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#690 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 38% in state
Harris Brook Elementary School
Elementary School · Ludlow
209 Fuller Street, Ludlow, MA 01056
Enrollment
617
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
6.8
Grades
2nd – 5th
Enrollment
617
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
6.8
Grades
2nd – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#690 of 1,793
In Ludlow
#2 of 4
public schools
In district
#2 of 4
Ludlow
School environment
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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Harris Brook Elementary School
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About Harris Brook Elementary School
Harris Brook Elementary School is a public elementary school in Ludlow, MA, part of Ludlow. Harris Brook Elementary School serves approximately 617 students, and covers grades 2nd-5th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Harris Brook Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #690 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Harris Brook Elementary School show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- District avg 7.1
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Harris Brook Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Harris Brook Elementary School — Students at Harris Brook Elementary School score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 34 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.0/10.
How Harris Brook Elementary School Compares
See how Harris Brook Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
209 Fuller Street, Ludlow, MA 01056
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Harris Brook Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Thomas M Balliet (rated 7.7/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Springfield), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Glickman Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Springfield), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Mary M Walsh (rated 7.5/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Springfield), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Ludlow, see our Ludlow schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST JOHN THE BAPTIST SCHOOL Ludlow | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Ludlow Senior High Ludlow | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Indian Orchard Elementary Indian Orchard | 1.6 mi | 7.4 |
| East Street Elementary School Ludlow | 1.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Springfield Public Day High School Springfield | 1.7 mi | 4.3 |
| Paul R Baird Middle Ludlow | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| John F Kennedy Middle Springfield | 2.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Litwin Chicopee | 1.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Warner Springfield | 2.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Springfield International Charter School Springfield | 3.6 mi | 4.4 |
| Mary M Lynch Springfield | 3.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Wilbraham Middle Wilbraham | 3.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Mary M Walsh Springfield | 4.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Thomas M Balliet Springfield | 3.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Stony Hill School Wilbraham | 4.1 mi | 4.3 |
| MILL POND SCHOOL Springfield | 4.5 mi | — |
| CURTIS BLAKE DAY SCHOOL Springfield | 4.5 mi | — |
| Balliet Preschool Springfield | 4.2 mi | — |
| Glickman Elementary Springfield | 4.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Springfield Preparatory Charter School Springfield | 4.0 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01056 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$78,981
Median Home Value
$303,900
Median Rent
$1,250/mo
Population
20,846
College Educated
25.3%
Homeownership
74.4%
Avg Commute
21.8 min
Poverty Rate
8.5%
Median Age
44.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| East Elementary Sharon, MA | 6.8 |
| Florence Roche School Groton, MA | 6.8 |
| Henry P Clough Mendon, MA | 6.8 |
| Kilmer K-8 School West Roxbury, MA | 6.8 |
| Blanchard Memorial School Boxborough, MA | 6.7 |
| Charlotte M Murkland Elementary Lowell, MA | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Harris Brook Elementary School
What grades does Harris Brook Elementary School serve?
Harris Brook Elementary School serves students in grades 2nd through 5th.
How many students attend Harris Brook Elementary School?
Harris Brook Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 617 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Harris Brook Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Harris Brook Elementary School 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 Harris Brook Elementary School rank in MA?
Harris Brook Elementary School ranks #690 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Harris Brook Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Harris Brook Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Harris Brook Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Harris Brook Elementary School has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025).
Is Harris Brook Elementary School a charter school?
No, Harris Brook Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Harris Brook Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Harris Brook Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 2nd – 5th
- Enrollment
- 617
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 50
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hampden County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.8%
- Phone
- (413) 583-5695
Resources & Links
District
Ludlow- District Enrollment
- 2,258
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,470
- District Rank
- #2 of 4
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