Serving 485 students in grades 5-8, Joseph A. Browne School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 485 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Joseph A. Browne School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Joseph A. Browne School's student population of 485 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
485 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
First Day of School
Thu. Sep 4, 2025
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 20, 2026
School Motto
'Empowering Every Student'
School Mascot
Red Devil
School Rankings
Joseph A. Browne School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Joseph A. Browne School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1478 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
85%
25%
Black
7%
10%
White
6%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Red Devil
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joseph A. Browne School's ranking?
Joseph A. Browne School is ranked #1478 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Joseph A. Browne School?
485 students attend Joseph A. Browne School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Joseph A. Browne School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Joseph A. Browne School?
Joseph A. Browne School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Joseph A. Browne School offer ?
Joseph A. Browne School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Joseph A. Browne School part of?
Joseph A. Browne School is part of Chelsea School District.
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