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#765 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 43% in state
Mary E. Baker School
Elementary School · Brockton
45 Quincy Street, Brockton, MA 02302
Enrollment
724
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
724
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#765 of 1,793
In Brockton
#3 of 24
public schools
In district
#3 of 23
Brockton
Academic growth
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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Mary E. Baker School
Elementary School in Brockton · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Mary E. Baker School
Mary E. Baker School is a public elementary school in Brockton, MA, part of Brockton. Mary E.
Baker School serves approximately 724 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Mary E. Baker School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #765 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Mary E. Baker School show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 5.2
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Mary E. Baker 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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Mary E. Baker School — Students at Mary E. Baker School score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 82 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.2/10.
How Mary E. Baker School Compares
See how Mary E. Baker School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
45 Quincy Street, Brockton, MA 02302
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mary E. Baker School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Louise A Conley (rated 7.8/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Whitman), which scores notably higher. Another option is Louis F Angelo Elementary (rated 6.5/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Downey (rated 5.9/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Brockton, see our Brockton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CARDINAL SPELLMAN HIGH SCHOOL Brockton | 0.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Ashfield Middle School Brockton | 0.7 mi | 7.7 |
| East Middle School Brockton | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Downey Brockton | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| BROCKTON AREA SDA ACADEMY Brockton | 1.2 mi | 4.4 |
| Plouffe Middle School Brockton | 1.4 mi | 3.5 |
| Louis F Angelo Elementary Brockton | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Brookfield Brockton | 2.0 mi | 5.5 |
| PROMISE College and Career Academy Brockton | 2.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Gilmore Elementary School Brockton | 2.2 mi | 4.1 |
| Whitman Middle Whitman | 2.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Barrett Russell Early Childhood Center Brockton | 1.9 mi | 2.7 |
| Dr W Arnone Community School Brockton | 2.0 mi | 3.6 |
| Louise A Conley Whitman | 2.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Edgar B Davis Brockton | 2.7 mi | 5.6 |
| North Middle School Brockton | 2.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Woodsdale Elementary School Abington | 2.7 mi | 4.8 |
| Oscar F Raymond Brockton | 2.3 mi | 4.3 |
| Abington High Abington | 2.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Abington Middle School Abington | 2.5 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02302 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$87,560
Median Home Value
$395,000
Median Rent
$1,476/mo
Population
36,472
College Educated
20.6%
Homeownership
70.1%
Avg Commute
30.5 min
Poverty Rate
11.2%
Median Age
38.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Abraham Lincoln Lowell, MA | 6.6 |
| Albert F. Argenziano School at Lincoln Park Somerville, MA | 6.6 |
| Chandler Elementary Duxbury, MA | 6.6 |
| Clyde Reeves Woburn, MA | 6.6 |
| Edgar A Hooks Elementary Chelsea, MA | 6.6 |
| Fox Hill Burlington, MA | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mary E. Baker School
What grades does Mary E. Baker School serve?
Mary E. Baker School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Mary E. Baker School?
Mary E. Baker School has an enrollment of approximately 724 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mary E. Baker School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mary E. Baker School is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mary E. Baker School rank in MA?
Mary E. Baker School ranks #765 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Mary E. Baker School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mary E. Baker School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Mary E. Baker School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mary E. Baker School has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Mary E. Baker School a charter school?
No, Mary E. Baker School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mary E. Baker School a Title I school?
No, Mary E. Baker School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 724
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 49
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Plymouth County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 29.7%
- Phone
- (508) 894-4427
Resources & Links
District
Brockton- District Enrollment
- 14,954
- Schools in District
- 24
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,618
- District Rank
- #3 of 23
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