A+ Top 1%

Mary Lee Burbank School

Grades K-03 BELMONT, MA

Improved 36 spots from last year

#12 State Rank
A+ District Grade
266 School Street, BELMONT, MA 02478
Diverse
MCAS scores from 2025 Data updated December 2025
238 Students
95.4% Attendance Rate
65.9 Composite Score

MCAS Test Scores

Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System results

English Language Arts

82% Proficient or Above
16% Advanced

Mathematics

89% Proficient or Above
39% Advanced

Score Trends

Year Subject Grade Proficient+ Advanced
2025 English Language Arts 03 82% 16%
2025 Mathematics 03 89% 39%
2024 English Language Arts 03 77% 16%
2024 English Language Arts 04 68% 21%
2024 Mathematics 03 86% 29%
2024 Mathematics 04 72% 22%
2023 English Language Arts 03 81% 17%
2023 English Language Arts 04 86% 33%
2023 Mathematics 03 75% 18%
2023 Mathematics 04 88% 37%
2022 English Language Arts 03 90% 18%
2022 English Language Arts 04 82% 24%
2022 Mathematics 03 89% 37%
2022 Mathematics 04 84% 26%

MCAS is administered annually to students in grades 3-8 and 10. Scores reflect the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level expectations.

Student Demographics

238 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

White 57.1%
Asian 30.7%
Hispanic 4.2%
Multiracial 4.2%
Black 3.8%

Gender

46.2% Male
52.9% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 20.2%
Special Education 9.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch 9.7%

School Performance

Key metrics and program information

Attendance

95.4% Attendance Rate
8.1% Chronic Absence

Staffing

Location

266 School Street, BELMONT, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mary Lee Burbank School's grade rating?

Mary Lee Burbank School has earned a grade of A+, ranked #12 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 1% of Massachusetts Elementary schools. This rating is based on 2025 MCAS test scores, attendance rates, and other performance metrics from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.

How many students attend Mary Lee Burbank School?

Approximately 238 students are enrolled at Mary Lee Burbank School.

How does Mary Lee Burbank School perform on MCAS tests?

Based on the most recent MCAS results, Mary Lee Burbank School's proficiency rates are: English Language Arts (82% proficient), Mathematics (89% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.

What is the attendance rate at Mary Lee Burbank School?

Mary Lee Burbank School has an attendance rate of 95.4%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.

What school district is Mary Lee Burbank School part of?

Mary Lee Burbank School is part of Belmont School District. For enrollment information, contact the district office or visit the school's website. Enrollment typically requires proof of residency within the district boundaries.

How are Massachusetts school ratings calculated?

School ratings are calculated using multiple data points from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE), including MCAS test scores (proficiency and growth), attendance rates, graduation rates (for high schools), and student-teacher ratios. Schools are ranked by percentile against similar schools statewide.