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Below Average

#1595 of 1,793 schools in MA

New Braintree Grade

School · Quabbin

15 Memorial Drive, New Braintree, MA 01531

Enrollment

35

Student-Teacher

11.7:1

Score

4.1

Grades

Pre-K – Pre-K

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,595 of 1,793

In district

#6 of 7

Quabbin

Equity

7.6 / 10

Very Good

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New Braintree Grade

4.1/10

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About New Braintree Grade

New Braintree Grade is a public school in New Braintree, MA, part of Quabbin. New Braintree Grade serves approximately 35 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. New Braintree Grade has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,595 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for New Braintree Grade show 55% math proficiency (2009 EdFacts) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (2009 EdFacts).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 4.1 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.8
  • MA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 35 students, New Braintree Grade is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

New Braintree Grade 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.

54% of students at New Braintree Grade were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student ProgressNot Available

Requires 2+ years of test data

Academics7.2Very Good33%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency54.5% (2009 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency44.5% (2009 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency50% (2009 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2009 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-0.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile59th
College Readiness2.9Needs Improvement40%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment2.1Needs Improvement27%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,922
Chronic Absenteeism54.3%

New Braintree Grade — Students at New Braintree Grade score 50% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

How we calculate scores →

Component weights adjusted due to data availability.

Test Scores MA EDFACTS (2008-09)

Math Proficiency 54.5% (2009 EdFacts)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 44.5% (2009 EdFacts)
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State
N/A

Based on 2 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

How New Braintree Grade Compares

See how New Braintree Grade performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.1/10
11th percentile in MA
Academic
7.2/10
Very Good
Environment
2.1/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
3 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
54.3%

Location

15 Memorial Drive, New Braintree, MA 01531

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering New Braintree Grade may also want to explore other schools in the area. EAGLE HILL SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Hardwick), which scores notably higher. Another option is Brookfield Elementary (rated 6.5/10, 7.3 miles away, in nearby Brookfield), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Stanley M Koziol Elementary School (rated 6.4/10, 8.4 miles away, in nearby Ware), which scores notably higher. For more schools in New Braintree, see our New Braintree schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.5 mi
School Distance Rating
North Brookfield Elementary North Brookfield 3.4 mi 5.0
North Brookfield High North Brookfield 3.6 mi 5.3
VALLEY VIEW SCHOOL North Brookfield 3.4 mi 5.8
Hardwick Elementary Gilbertville 3.3 mi 5.2
West Brookfield Elementary West Brookfield 5.5 mi 3.4
ST ALOYSIUS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Gilbertville 4.1 mi 4.6
Quabbin Regional High School Barre 5.7 mi 5.8
Quabbin Regional Middle School Barre 5.7 mi 4.1
Oakham Center Oakham 4.7 mi 4.0
EAGLE HILL SCHOOL Hardwick 5.1 mi 7.3
SEVEN HILLS/STETSON SCHOOL Barre 6.4 mi 6.1
Brookfield Elementary Brookfield 7.3 mi 6.5
Ruggles Lane Barre 7.8 mi 5.4
Quaboag Regional High Warren 7.5 mi 4.9
Quaboag Regional Middle Innovation School Warren 7.5 mi 3.5
Quaboag Integrated Preschool Warren 7.5 mi 3.2
East Brookfield Elementary East Brookfield 7.3 mi 3.8
WARREN SDA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Brookfield 9.7 mi
Stanley M Koziol Elementary School Ware 8.4 mi 6.4
Ware Middle School Ware 8.5 mi 5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01531 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$99,375

Median Home Value

$387,200

Median Rent

$1,094/mo

Population

925

College Educated

36.8%

Homeownership

85.8%

Avg Commute

37 min

Poverty Rate

11.8%

Median Age

49.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about New Braintree Grade

What grades does New Braintree Grade serve?

New Braintree Grade serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.

How many students attend New Braintree Grade?

New Braintree Grade has an enrollment of approximately 35 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at New Braintree Grade?

The student-teacher ratio at New Braintree Grade is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does New Braintree Grade rank in MA?

New Braintree Grade ranks #1,595 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is New Braintree Grade's MySchoolScout rating?

New Braintree Grade has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 New Braintree Grade?

Based on loaded state assessment records, New Braintree Grade has 55% math proficiency (2009 EdFacts) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (2009 EdFacts).

Is New Braintree Grade a charter school?

No, New Braintree Grade is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is New Braintree Grade a Title I school?

No, New Braintree Grade is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
9 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
35
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
3
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Worcester County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
54.3%

District

Quabbin
District Enrollment
2,168
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,922
District Rank
#6 of 7

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