A- Top 25%

Francis T Bresnahan Elementary School

Grades PK-03 NEWBURYPORT, MA

Improved 125 spots from last year

#240 State Rank
A District Grade
333 High Street, NEWBURYPORT, MA 01950
584 Students
68.6 Composite Score

MCAS Test Scores

Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System results

English Language Arts

43% Proficient or Above
1% Advanced

Mathematics

43% Proficient or Above
4% Advanced

Score Trends

Year Subject Grade Proficient+ Advanced
2025 English Language Arts 03 43% 1%
2025 Mathematics 03 43% 4%
2024 English Language Arts 03 47% 4%
2024 Mathematics 03 50% 8%
2023 English Language Arts 03 60% 5%
2023 Mathematics 03 53% 5%
2022 English Language Arts 03 62% 10%
2022 Mathematics 03 57% 7%

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

584 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

White 88%
Hispanic 7.2%
Asian 1.2%
Black 0.7%

Gender

52.1% Male
47.9% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 4.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch 13.5%

Location

333 High Street, NEWBURYPORT, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Francis T Bresnahan Elementary School's letter grade?

Francis T Bresnahan Elementary School has earned a letter grade of A-, based on MCAS test scores, attendance, and other performance metrics. This grade represents how the school compares to other Massachusetts Elementary schools.

What grades does Francis T Bresnahan Elementary School serve?

Francis T Bresnahan Elementary School serves students in grades PK through 03.

Is Francis T Bresnahan Elementary School part of a school district?

Yes, Francis T Bresnahan Elementary School is part of Newburyport School District. The district oversees multiple schools in the area and provides centralized administration, curriculum standards, and support services.

How are school ratings calculated?

School ratings are calculated using multiple factors including MCAS test scores (proficiency and growth), attendance rates, graduation rates (for high schools), and student-teacher ratios. The composite score is then converted to a letter grade based on statewide percentile rankings.