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#85 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 5% in state

Newbury Elementary

Elementary School · Triton

63 Hanover Street, Newbury, MA 01951

Enrollment

426

Student-Teacher

11.2:1

Score

9.1

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#85 of 1,793

In district

#2 of 5

Triton

Academic growth

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Newbury Elementary

9.1/10

Elementary School in Newbury · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Newbury Elementary

Newbury Elementary is a public elementary school in Newbury, MA, part of Triton. Newbury Elementary serves approximately 426 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Newbury Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10 and ranks #85 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Newbury Elementary show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts above district
  • This school 9.1 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.1
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.3Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change+0.15 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics8.9Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency58.2% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency67% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+16.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+24.4 pts
Overall Proficiency63% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+14.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile83th
Resources & Environment9.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,480
Chronic Absenteeism13.6%

Newbury Elementary — Students at Newbury Elementary score 63% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 59.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.3% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 66.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.5% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)

Based on 88 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
80%
ELA
80%
2010
Math
76%
ELA
79%
2011
Math
71%
ELA
75%
2012
Math
74%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
73%
ELA
78%
2014
Math
74%
ELA
80%
2015
Math
75%
ELA
81%
2016
Math
50%
ELA
63%
2017
Math
60%
ELA
65%
2018
Math
56%
ELA
67%
2019
Math
59.6%
ELA
69.6%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
42.6%
ELA
59.2%
2022
Math
50.8%
ELA
60.4%
2023
Math
64.5%
ELA
60.5%
2024
Math
64.8%
ELA
62.5%
2025
Math
58.3%
ELA
67%

* 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: 9.3/10.

How Newbury Elementary Compares

See how Newbury Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.1/10
95th percentile in MA
Academic
8.9/10
Excellent
Growth
9.3/10
Excellent
Environment
9.0/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
38 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.6%

Location

63 Hanover Street, Newbury, MA 01951

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Newbury Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pine Grove (rated 9.2/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Rowley), with a very similar rating. Another option is Dr John C Page School (rated 9.0/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby West Newbury), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Edward G. Molin Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Newburyport), a more accessible option. For more schools in Newbury, see our Newbury schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.5 mi
School Distance Rating
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION NEWBURYPORT Newburyport 1.3 mi 5.6
NEWBURYPORT MONTESSORI SCHOOL Newburyport 1.4 mi
River Valley Charter School Newburyport 1.4 mi 7.6
Rupert A Nock Middle Newburyport 1.5 mi 8.5
Edward G. Molin Elementary School Newburyport 1.5 mi 7.9
Newburyport High Newburyport 1.7 mi 7.2
Francis T Bresnahan Elementary Newburyport 2.4 mi 4.7
SOLSTICE SCHOOL Rowley 3.7 mi
Salisbury Elementary Salisbury 4.5 mi 5.9
Triton Regional Middle School Byfield 4.0 mi 7.6
Triton Regional High School Byfield 4.0 mi 6.5
SPARHAWK SCHOOL INC Amesbury 4.6 mi 6.6
Pine Grove Rowley 5.1 mi 9.2
NORTH SHORE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Rowley 5.1 mi
Amesbury Middle Amesbury 5.0 mi 5.5
Amesbury Innovation High School Amesbury 5.6 mi 6.5
Dr John C Page School West Newbury 4.8 mi 9.0
Seabrook Middle School Seabrook 6.3 mi 3.2
AMESBURY MONTESSORI Amesbury 5.6 mi
Amesbury High Amesbury 5.5 mi 6.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01951 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$175,779

Median Home Value

$808,400

Median Rent

$1,803/mo

Population

2,938

College Educated

60.6%

Homeownership

88.2%

Poverty Rate

5%

Median Age

57.6

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Tatham West Springfield, MA 9.1
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Newbury Elementary

What grades does Newbury Elementary serve?

Newbury Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Newbury Elementary?

Newbury Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 426 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Newbury Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Newbury Elementary is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Newbury Elementary rank in MA?

Newbury Elementary ranks #85 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Newbury Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Newbury Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 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 Newbury Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Newbury Elementary has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Newbury Elementary a charter school?

No, Newbury Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Newbury Elementary a Title I school?

No, Newbury Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
15 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
426
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
38
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Essex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.6%

District

Triton
District Enrollment
2,155
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,480
District Rank
#2 of 5

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