Excellent
#68 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 4% in state
Lucretia and Joseph Brown School
Elementary School · Marblehead
40 Baldwin Road, Marblehead, MA 01945
Enrollment
442
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
9.2
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
442
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
9.2
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#68 of 1,793
In Marblehead
#2 of 6
public schools
In district
#2 of 5
Marblehead
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Lucretia and Joseph Brown School
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About Lucretia and Joseph Brown School
Lucretia and Joseph Brown School is a public elementary school in Marblehead, MA, part of Marblehead. Lucretia and Joseph Brown School serves approximately 442 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Lucretia and Joseph Brown School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10 and ranks #68 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Lucretia and Joseph Brown School show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025).
- This school 9.2 · Excellent
- District avg 9.3
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Lucretia and Joseph Brown School — Students at Lucretia and Joseph Brown School score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 10 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.9/10.
How Lucretia and Joseph Brown School Compares
See how Lucretia and Joseph Brown School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
40 Baldwin Road, Marblehead, MA 01945
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lucretia and Joseph Brown School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Glover (rated 9.3/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Bentley Academy Innovation School (rated 7.5/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Salem), a more accessible option. Additionally, EPSTEIN HILLEL SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 0.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Marblehead, see our Marblehead schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TOWER SCHOOL Marblehead | 0.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Marblehead High Marblehead | 0.4 mi | 7.3 |
| DEVEREUX SCHOOL Marblehead | 0.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Village School Marblehead | 0.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Marblehead Veterans Middle School Marblehead | 0.5 mi | 8.3 |
| Glover Marblehead | 0.6 mi | 9.3 |
| CHILDREN'S WORKSHOP MONTESSORI Marblehead | 0.6 mi | — |
| CHILDRENS WORKSHOP MONTESSORI Marblehead | 0.6 mi | — |
| EPSTEIN HILLEL SCHOOL Marblehead | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Marblehead Community Charter Public School Marblehead | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Saltonstall School Salem | 1.5 mi | 4.6 |
| Salem Academy Charter School Salem | 1.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Salem Early Childhood Salem | 2.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Bentley Academy Innovation School Salem | 2.2 mi | 7.5 |
| New Liberty Innovation School Salem | 2.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Salem Prep High School Salem | 2.1 mi | — |
| Collins Middle Salem | 2.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Swampscott Middle Swampscott | 2.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Horace Mann Laboratory Salem | 2.0 mi | 3.4 |
| Carlton Salem | 2.6 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01945 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$164,325
Median Home Value
$904,700
Median Rent
$1,769/mo
Population
20,390
College Educated
76.8%
Homeownership
82.9%
Avg Commute
32.4 min
Poverty Rate
3.7%
Median Age
49.2
Similar Schools
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bridge Lexington, MA | 9.2 |
| Carlisle School Carlisle, MA | 9.2 |
| John A Bishop Arlington, MA | 9.2 |
| Morse Cambridge, MA | 9.2 |
| Pine Grove Rowley, MA | 9.2 |
| William H Lincoln Brookline, MA | 9.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lucretia and Joseph Brown School
What grades does Lucretia and Joseph Brown School serve?
Lucretia and Joseph Brown School serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.
How many students attend Lucretia and Joseph Brown School?
Lucretia and Joseph Brown School has an enrollment of approximately 442 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lucretia and Joseph Brown School?
The student-teacher ratio at Lucretia and Joseph Brown 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 Lucretia and Joseph Brown School rank in MA?
Lucretia and Joseph Brown School ranks #68 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Lucretia and Joseph Brown School's MySchoolScout rating?
Lucretia and Joseph Brown School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 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 Lucretia and Joseph Brown School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lucretia and Joseph Brown School has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025).
Is Lucretia and Joseph Brown School a charter school?
No, Lucretia and Joseph Brown School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lucretia and Joseph Brown School a Title I school?
No, Lucretia and Joseph Brown School 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
- 442
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.0%
- Phone
- (781) 629-3112
Resources & Links
District
Marblehead- District Enrollment
- 2,617
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,342
- District Rank
- #2 of 5
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