A+ Top 8%

Brooks School

Grades PK-05 MEDFORD, MA

Improved 135 spots from last year

#2 State Rank
B+ District Grade
388 High Street, MEDFORD, MA 02155
MCAS scores from 2025 Data updated December 2025
556 Students
93.9% Attendance Rate
59.7 Composite Score

MCAS Test Scores

Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System results

English Language Arts

63.7% Proficient or Above
14% Advanced

Mathematics

54.7% Proficient or Above
8% Advanced

Science

67% Proficient or Above
17% Advanced

Score Trends

Year Subject Grade Proficient+ Advanced
2025 English Language Arts 03 65% 18%
2025 English Language Arts 04 63% 14%
2025 English Language Arts 05 63% 10%
2025 Mathematics 03 62% 11%
2025 Mathematics 04 60% 10%
2025 Mathematics 05 42% 3%
2025 Science 05 67% 17%
2024 English Language Arts 03 65% 15%
2024 English Language Arts 04 61% 10%
2024 English Language Arts 05 59% 21%
2024 Mathematics 03 56% 14%
2024 Mathematics 04 56% 10%
2024 Mathematics 05 54% 9%
2024 Science 05 66% 13%
2023 English Language Arts 03 65% 17%

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

556 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

White 75.2%
Multiracial 8.3%
Hispanic 6.8%
Asian 4.9%
Black 4.7%

Gender

49.3% Male
50.5% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 4.3%
Special Education 19.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch 14.2%

School Performance

Key metrics and program information

Attendance

93.9% Attendance Rate
14.8% Chronic Absence

Staffing

Location

388 High Street, MEDFORD, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Brooks School's grade rating?

Brooks School has earned a grade of A+, ranked #2 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 8% 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 Brooks School?

Approximately 556 students are enrolled at Brooks School.

How does Brooks School perform on MCAS tests?

Based on the most recent MCAS results, Brooks School's proficiency rates are: English Language Arts (64% proficient), Mathematics (55% proficient), Science (67% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.

What is the attendance rate at Brooks School?

Brooks School has an attendance rate of 93.9%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.

What school district is Brooks School part of?

Brooks School is part of Medford 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.