Serving 219 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Benjamin G Brown ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 219 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Benjamin G Brown ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Benjamin G Brown's student population of 219 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
219 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Benjamin G Brown ranks within the top 20% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benjamin G Brown is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#206 out of 1626 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
8%
Hispanic
6%
26%
Black
8%
10%
White
64%
51%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
15%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Somerville School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benjamin G Brown's ranking?
Benjamin G Brown is ranked #206 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Benjamin G Brown often compared to?
Benjamin G Brownis often viewed alongside schools like John F Kennedy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Benjamin G Brown?
219 students attend Benjamin G Brown.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Benjamin G Brown students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Benjamin G Brown?
Benjamin G Brown has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Benjamin G Brown offer ?
Benjamin G Brown offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Benjamin G Brown part of?
Benjamin G Brown is part of Somerville School District.
In what neighborhood is Benjamin G Brown located?
Benjamin G Brown is located in the Powder House Square neighborhood of Somerville, MA.
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