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John D Runkle School

Grades PK-08 BROOKLINE, MA

Moved down 36 places from 2024 to 2025

#44 State Rank
A+ District Grade
50 Druce Street, BROOKLINE, MA 02445
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Rating sources & methodology MCAS scores from 2025 Data updated September 2026
476 Students
94.9% Attendance Rate
58.2 Composite Score
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MCAS score comparisons

Students meeting or exceeding expectations · 2025 results

Each subject shows the average of published grade percentages, without weighting by enrollment. The bars compare available years on a 0–100% scale. Grade coverage and student groups can change between years.

CIV

83% Meeting or exceeding expectations

22% exceeding expectations

English Language Arts

67% Meeting or exceeding expectations

18.2% exceeding expectations

2023 66.5% 66.5%
2024 70.5% 70.5%
2025 67% 67%

Mathematics

69.8% Meeting or exceeding expectations

21% exceeding expectations

2023 68.3% 68.3%
2024 73.2% 73.2%
2025 69.8% 69.8%

Science

67.5% Meeting or exceeding expectations

20% exceeding expectations

2023 69% 69%
2024 76% 76%
2025 67.5% 67.5%
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Available grade results for the latest 3 published years. An em dash means the value was not published.
YearSubjectGradeMeeting+Exceeding
2025CIV08 83%22%
2025English Language Arts03 76%14%
2025English Language Arts04 59%3%
2025English Language Arts05 56%22%
2025English Language Arts06 60%18%
2025English Language Arts07 75%25%
2025English Language Arts08 76%27%
2025Mathematics03 77%31%
2025Mathematics04 57%14%
2025Mathematics05 56%24%
2025Mathematics06 78%16%
2025Mathematics07 79%30%
2025Mathematics08 72%11%
2025Science05 61%27%
2025Science08 74%13%
2024English Language Arts03 68%13%
2024English Language Arts04 53%15%
2024English Language Arts05 72%23%
2024English Language Arts06 73%27%
2024English Language Arts07 71%6%
2024English Language Arts08 86%39%
2024Mathematics03 67%26%
2024Mathematics04 68%24%
2024Mathematics05 79%25%
2024Mathematics06 79%30%
2024Mathematics07 73%15%
2024Mathematics08 73%17%
2024Science05 72%19%
2024Science08 80%10%
2023English Language Arts03 64%14%
2023English Language Arts04 54%5%
2023English Language Arts05 67%2%
2023English Language Arts06 59%10%
2023English Language Arts07 85%26%
2023English Language Arts08 70%21%
2023Mathematics03 61%21%
2023Mathematics04 59%7%
2023Mathematics05 69%16%
2023Mathematics06 67%16%
2023Mathematics07 80%25%
2023Mathematics08 74%23%
2023Science05 65%22%
2023Science08 73%9%

MCAS subject percentages differ from the composite school rating, which combines available academic and school indicators. Letter grades and state ranks compare schools at the same level. A rank change describes relative position, not a percentage-point change in test scores. Read the rating methodology.

Student Demographics

476 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

White 47.7%
Hispanic 19.3%
Asian 15.1%
Multiracial 13.7%
Black 4.2%

Gender

55% Male
44.5% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 11.8%
Special Education 23.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch 14.3%

School Performance

Key metrics and program information

Attendance

94.9% Attendance Rate
10.5% Chronic Absence

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Location

50 Druce Street, BROOKLINE, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is John D Runkle School's grade rating?

John D Runkle School has earned a grade of A, ranked #44 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 12% of Massachusetts Combined 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 John D Runkle School?

Approximately 476 students are enrolled at John D Runkle School.

How does John D Runkle School perform on MCAS tests?

Based on the most recent MCAS results, John D Runkle School's proficiency rates are: CIV (83% proficient), English Language Arts (67% proficient), Mathematics (70% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.

What is the attendance rate at John D Runkle School?

John D Runkle School has an attendance rate of 94.9%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.

What school district is John D Runkle School part of?

John D Runkle School is part of Brookline 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.