C- Top 86%

Brayton Elementary School

Grades PK-02 NORTH ADAMS, MA

Dropped 128 spots from last year

#712 State Rank
F District Grade
20 Brayton Hill Terrace, NORTH ADAMS, MA 01247
MCAS scores from 2025 Data updated December 2025
342 Students
89.3% Attendance Rate
34.6 Composite Score

MCAS Test Scores

Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System results

English Language Arts

26.5% Proficient or Above
3% Advanced

Mathematics

26.7% Proficient or Above

Science

27% Proficient or Above

Score Trends

Year Subject Grade Proficient+ Advanced
2024 English Language Arts 03 29% 0%
2024 English Language Arts 04 36% 0%
2024 English Language Arts 05 30% 3%
2024 English Language Arts 06 11% 0%
2024 Mathematics 03 25% 0%
2024 Mathematics 04 40% 0%
2024 Mathematics 05 15% 0%
2024 Mathematics 06 0% 0%
2024 Science 05 27% 0%
2023 English Language Arts 03 30% 0%
2023 English Language Arts 04 19% 0%
2023 English Language Arts 05 4% 0%
2023 English Language Arts 06 13% 4%
2023 Mathematics 03 30% 5%
2023 Mathematics 04 13% 0%

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

342 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

White 76%
Hispanic 11.4%
Multiracial 9.6%
Black 2.6%
Asian 0.3%

Gender

56.4% Male
43% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 1.8%
Special Education 38.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch 80.1%

School Performance

Key metrics and program information

Attendance

89.3% Attendance Rate
39.6% Chronic Absence

Staffing

Location

20 Brayton Hill Terrace, NORTH ADAMS, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Brayton Elementary School's grade rating?

Brayton Elementary School has earned a grade of C-, ranked #712 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 86% 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 Brayton Elementary School?

Approximately 342 students are enrolled at Brayton Elementary School.

How does Brayton Elementary School perform on MCAS tests?

Based on the most recent MCAS results, Brayton Elementary School's proficiency rates are: English Language Arts (26% proficient), Mathematics (27% proficient), Science (27% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.

What is the attendance rate at Brayton Elementary School?

Brayton Elementary School has an attendance rate of 89.3%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.

What school district is Brayton Elementary School part of?

Brayton Elementary School is part of North Adams 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.