D Top 93%

Alexander B Bruce School

Grades 03-08 LAWRENCE, MA

Moved down 6 places from 2024 to 2025

#330 State Rank
D District Grade
135 Butler Street, LAWRENCE, MA 01841
Rating sources & methodology MCAS scores from 2025 Data updated September 2026
431 Students
93.7% Attendance Rate
28.1 Composite Score

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

11% Meeting or exceeding expectations

English Language Arts

14.8% Meeting or exceeding expectations

7% exceeding expectations

2023 17.5% 17.5%
2024 13.2% 13.2%
2025 14.8% 14.8%

Mathematics

17.3% Meeting or exceeding expectations

3% exceeding expectations

2023 15.3% 15.3%
2024 18% 18%
2025 17.3% 17.3%

Science

12.5% Meeting or exceeding expectations

1% exceeding expectations

2023 18% 18%
2024 14.5% 14.5%
2025 12.5% 12.5%
View published results by year and grade
Available grade results for the latest 3 published years. An em dash means the value was not published.
YearSubjectGradeMeeting+Exceeding
2025CIV08 11%—
2025English Language Arts03 17%—
2025English Language Arts04 14%—
2025English Language Arts05 4%—
2025English Language Arts06 22%7%
2025English Language Arts07 16%—
2025English Language Arts08 16%—
2025Mathematics03 25%5%
2025Mathematics04 20%—
2025Mathematics05 11%2%
2025Mathematics06 14%3%
2025Mathematics07 10%3%
2025Mathematics08 24%2%
2025Science05 9%—
2025Science08 16%1%
2024English Language Arts03 17%6%
2024English Language Arts04 10%—
2024English Language Arts05 12%—
2024English Language Arts06 15%—
2024English Language Arts07 11%1%
2024English Language Arts08 14%4%
2024Mathematics03 28%2%
2024Mathematics04 25%4%
2024Mathematics05 12%—
2024Mathematics06 8%2%
2024Mathematics07 12%—
2024Mathematics08 23%1%
2024Science05 18%2%
2024Science08 11%2%
2023English Language Arts03 18%—
2023English Language Arts04 20%4%
2023English Language Arts05 9%—
2023English Language Arts06 23%3%
2023English Language Arts07 13%—
2023English Language Arts08 22%4%
2023Mathematics03 16%2%
2023Mathematics04 18%—
2023Mathematics05 9%—
2023Mathematics06 11%2%
2023Mathematics07 13%1%
2023Mathematics08 25%4%
2023Science05 17%—
2023Science08 19%—

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

431 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

Hispanic 96.1%
Black 1.6%
White 1.4%
Multiracial 0.7%
Asian 0.2%

Gender

51.5% Male
48.5% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 49.2%
Special Education 17.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch 88.4%

School Performance

Key metrics and program information

Attendance

93.7% Attendance Rate
18.3% Chronic Absence

Staffing

Location

135 Butler Street, LAWRENCE, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Alexander B Bruce School's grade rating?

Alexander B Bruce School has earned a grade of D, ranked #330 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 93% 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 Alexander B Bruce School?

Approximately 431 students are enrolled at Alexander B Bruce School.

How does Alexander B Bruce School perform on MCAS tests?

Based on the most recent MCAS results, Alexander B Bruce School's proficiency rates are: CIV (11% proficient), English Language Arts (15% proficient), Mathematics (17% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.

What is the attendance rate at Alexander B Bruce School?

Alexander B Bruce School has an attendance rate of 93.7%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.

What school district is Alexander B Bruce School part of?

Alexander B Bruce School is part of Lawrence 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.