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#296 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 17% in state

Muddy Brook Regional Elementary School

Elementary School · Berkshire Hills

318 Monument Valley Rd, Great Barrington, MA 01230

Enrollment

380

Student-Teacher

10.3:1

Score

8.1

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#296 of 1,793

In Great Barrington

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#1 of 3

Berkshire Hills

School environment

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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Muddy Brook Regional Elementary School

8.1/10

Elementary School in Great Barrington · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

W.e.b. Du Bois Regional Middle School

7.6/10

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Monument Mt Regional High

6.1/10

0.2 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Muddy Brook Regional Elementary School

Muddy Brook Regional Elementary School is a public elementary school in Great Barrington, MA, part of Berkshire Hills. Muddy Brook Regional Elementary School serves approximately 380 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 10.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Muddy Brook Regional Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #296 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Muddy Brook Regional Elementary School show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.8 pts above MA schools
  • This school 8.1 · Excellent
  • MA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Muddy Brook Regional Elementary School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.2Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-0.66 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics7.3Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency43.5% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency48.5% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+1.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+5.9 pts
Overall Proficiency46% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+3.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile61th
Resources & Environment8.9Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$32,766
Chronic Absenteeism25.5%

Muddy Brook Regional Elementary School — Students at Muddy Brook Regional Elementary School score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 45.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.8% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 52.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.6% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 56 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
42%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2011
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
39.3%
ELA
57.3%
2019
Math
40%
ELA
55.7%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
48.3%
ELA
52.7%
2022
Math
53%
ELA
50%
2023
Math
46.5%
ELA
48%
2024
Math
41.5%
ELA
49.5%
2025
Math
43.5%
ELA
48.5%

* 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: 8.2/10.

How Muddy Brook Regional Elementary School Compares

See how Muddy Brook Regional Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.1/10
84th percentile in MA
Academic
7.3/10
Very Good
Growth
8.2/10
Excellent
Environment
8.9/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.5%

Location

318 Monument Valley Rd, Great Barrington, MA 01230

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Muddy Brook Regional Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. New Marlborough Central (rated 8.2/10, 9.3 miles away, in nearby Sheffield), with a very similar rating. Another option is Undermountain (rated 8.0/10, 10.0 miles away, in nearby Sheffield), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Morris (rated 7.5/10, 7.7 miles away, in nearby Lenox), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Great Barrington, see our Great Barrington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.5 mi
School Distance Rating
W.E.B. Du Bois Regional Middle School Great Barrington 0.1 mi 7.6
Monument Mt Regional High Great Barrington 0.2 mi 6.1
BERKSHIRE WALDORF HIGH SCHOOL Stockbridge 2.8 mi 5.8
BERKSHIRE MEADOWS Housatonic 2.3 mi
BARD ACADEMY AT SIMONS ROCK Great Barrington 3.7 mi 6.6
BERKSHIRE WALDORF SCHOOL Great Barrington 5.7 mi 5.2
BERKSHIRE COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Stockbridge 6.8 mi 6.4
ST MARY'S SCHOOL Lee 6.1 mi 4.8
Lee Middle/High School Lee 6.2 mi 6.2
Lee Elementary Lee 6.3 mi 5.6
Morris Lenox 7.7 mi 7.5
THE MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF THE BERKSHIRES Lenox Dale 7.0 mi 6.6
South Egremont Sheffield 7.4 mi
Lenox Memorial High Lenox 8.1 mi 7.7
Richmond Consolidated Richmond 9.5 mi 7.1
New Marlborough Central Sheffield 9.3 mi 8.2
Undermountain Sheffield 10.0 mi 8.0
Mt Everett Regional Sheffield 10.0 mi 6.7
HILLCREST EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION Lenox 10.5 mi 6.5
HIGH POINT SCHOOL Lenox 10.5 mi 7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01230 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$82,871

Median Home Value

$479,200

Median Rent

$1,286/mo

Population

8,813

College Educated

49.2%

Homeownership

74.9%

Avg Commute

24.5 min

Poverty Rate

4.9%

Median Age

49.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Muddy Brook Regional Elementary School

What grades does Muddy Brook Regional Elementary School serve?

Muddy Brook Regional Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Muddy Brook Regional Elementary School?

Muddy Brook Regional Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 380 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Muddy Brook Regional Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Muddy Brook Regional Elementary School is 10.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Muddy Brook Regional Elementary School rank in MA?

Muddy Brook Regional Elementary School ranks #296 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Muddy Brook Regional Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Muddy Brook Regional Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Muddy Brook Regional Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Muddy Brook Regional Elementary School has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Muddy Brook Regional Elementary School a charter school?

No, Muddy Brook Regional Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Muddy Brook Regional Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Muddy Brook Regional Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
8 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
380
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Berkshire County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.5%

District

Berkshire Hills
District Enrollment
1,179
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$32,766
District Rank
#1 of 3

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