B- Top 56%

Brookside Elementary School

Grades PK-05 DRACUT, MA

Improved 61 spots from last year

#464 State Rank
C+ District Grade
1560 Lakeview Avenue, DRACUT, MA 01826
Diverse
MCAS scores from 2025 Data updated December 2025
487 Students
93.7% Attendance Rate
45.7 Composite Score

MCAS Test Scores

Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System results

English Language Arts

36% Proficient or Above
5.5% Advanced

Mathematics

39.3% Proficient or Above
4.3% Advanced

Science

33% Proficient or Above
1% Advanced

Score Trends

Year Subject Grade Proficient+ Advanced
2025 English Language Arts 03 32% 2%
2025 English Language Arts 04 43% 9%
2025 English Language Arts 05 33% 0%
2025 Mathematics 03 35% 4%
2025 Mathematics 04 54% 8%
2025 Mathematics 05 29% 1%
2025 Science 05 33% 1%
2024 English Language Arts 03 42% 1%
2024 English Language Arts 04 39% 0%
2024 English Language Arts 05 30% 5%
2024 Mathematics 03 59% 7%
2024 Mathematics 04 36% 4%
2024 Mathematics 05 30% 3%
2024 Science 05 24% 3%
2023 English Language Arts 03 36% 5%

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

487 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

White 57.9%
Hispanic 14.8%
Black 12.7%
Asian 11.3%
Multiracial 3.3%

Gender

52% Male
48% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 3.5%
Special Education 19.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch 35.5%

School Performance

Key metrics and program information

Attendance

93.7% Attendance Rate
17.2% Chronic Absence

Staffing

Location

1560 Lakeview Avenue, DRACUT, MA

B--Rated School

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Brookside Elementary School's grade rating?

Brookside Elementary School has earned a grade of B-, ranked #464 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 56% 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 Brookside Elementary School?

Approximately 487 students are enrolled at Brookside Elementary School.

How does Brookside Elementary School perform on MCAS tests?

Based on the most recent MCAS results, Brookside Elementary School's proficiency rates are: English Language Arts (36% proficient), Mathematics (39% proficient), Science (33% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.

What is the attendance rate at Brookside Elementary School?

Brookside Elementary School has an attendance rate of 93.7%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.

What school district is Brookside Elementary School part of?

Brookside Elementary School is part of Dracut 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.