A- Top 29%

Francis T Bresnahan Elementary School

Grades PK-03 NEWBURYPORT, MA

Moved up 128 places from 2024 to 2025

#237 State Rank
A- District Grade
333 High Street, NEWBURYPORT, MA 01950
Rating sources & methodology MCAS scores from 2025 Data updated September 2026
567 Students
95.5% Attendance Rate
52.9 Composite Score
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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.

English Language Arts

43% Meeting or exceeding expectations

1% exceeding expectations

2023 60% 60%
2024 47% 47%
2025 43% 43%

Mathematics

43% Meeting or exceeding expectations

4% exceeding expectations

2023 53% 53%
2024 50% 50%
2025 43% 43%
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Available grade results for the latest 3 published years. An em dash means the value was not published.
YearSubjectGradeMeeting+Exceeding
2025English Language Arts03 43%1%
2025Mathematics03 43%4%
2024English Language Arts03 47%4%
2024Mathematics03 50%8%
2023English Language Arts03 60%5%
2023Mathematics03 53%5%

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

567 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

White 89.4%
Hispanic 6.7%
Multiracial 2.8%
Asian 0.7%
Black 0.4%

Gender

51.3% Male
48.7% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 3.5%
Special Education 16.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch 10.6%

School Performance

Key metrics and program information

Attendance

95.5% Attendance Rate
7.9% Chronic Absence

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Location

333 High Street, NEWBURYPORT, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Francis T Bresnahan Elementary School has earned a grade of A-, ranked #237 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 29% 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 Francis T Bresnahan Elementary School?

Approximately 567 students are enrolled at Francis T Bresnahan Elementary School.

How does Francis T Bresnahan Elementary School perform on MCAS tests?

Based on the most recent MCAS results, Francis T Bresnahan Elementary School's proficiency rates are: English Language Arts (43% proficient), Mathematics (43% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.

What is the attendance rate at Francis T Bresnahan Elementary School?

Francis T Bresnahan Elementary School has an attendance rate of 95.5%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.

What school district is Francis T Bresnahan Elementary School part of?

Francis T Bresnahan Elementary School is part of Newburyport 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.