A Top 19%

Alice M Barrows School

Grades K-05 READING, MA

Dropped 82 spots from last year

#158 State Rank
A District Grade
16 Edgemont Avenue, READING, MA 01867
MCAS scores from 2025 Data updated December 2025
365 Students
95.2% Attendance Rate
56.8 Composite Score

MCAS Test Scores

Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System results

English Language Arts

64% Proficient or Above
12% Advanced

Mathematics

67.7% Proficient or Above
12.3% Advanced

Science

66% Proficient or Above
22% Advanced

Score Trends

Year Subject Grade Proficient+ Advanced
2025 English Language Arts 03 63% 8%
2025 English Language Arts 04 76% 22%
2025 English Language Arts 05 53% 6%
2025 Mathematics 03 56% 16%
2025 Mathematics 04 81% 12%
2025 Mathematics 05 66% 9%
2025 Science 05 66% 22%
2024 English Language Arts 03 72% 9%
2024 English Language Arts 04 49% 10%
2024 English Language Arts 05 70% 19%
2024 Mathematics 03 81% 15%
2024 Mathematics 04 65% 11%
2024 Mathematics 05 68% 11%
2024 Science 05 71% 19%
2023 English Language Arts 03 50% 8%

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

365 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

White 85.5%
Hispanic 5.2%
Asian 4.4%
Multiracial 3.3%
Black 1.6%

Gender

51.2% Male
48.8% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 4.4%
Special Education 15.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch 12.1%

School Performance

Key metrics and program information

Attendance

95.2% Attendance Rate
8.3% Chronic Absence

Staffing

Location

16 Edgemont Avenue, READING, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Alice M Barrows School's grade rating?

Alice M Barrows School has earned a grade of A, ranked #158 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 19% 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 Alice M Barrows School?

Approximately 365 students are enrolled at Alice M Barrows School.

How does Alice M Barrows School perform on MCAS tests?

Based on the most recent MCAS results, Alice M Barrows School's proficiency rates are: English Language Arts (64% proficient), Mathematics (68% proficient), Science (66% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.

What is the attendance rate at Alice M Barrows School?

Alice M Barrows School has an attendance rate of 95.2%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.

What school district is Alice M Barrows School part of?

Alice M Barrows School is part of Reading 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.