For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 3,377 students in Braintree, MA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Braintree, MA are Liberty, Archie T Morrison and Mary E Flaherty School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Braintree, MA public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in Braintree have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Massachusetts public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Braintree, MA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Liberty
(Math: 57% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
49 Proctor Rd
Braintree, MA 02184
(781) 380-0210
Braintree, MA 02184
(781) 380-0210
Grades: K-4
| 309 students
Rank: #22.
Archie T Morrison
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
260 Liberty Street
Braintree, MA 02184
(781) 380-0230
Braintree, MA 02184
(781) 380-0230
Grades: K-4
| 299 students
Rank: #33.
Mary E Flaherty School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
99 Lakeside Dr
Braintree, MA 02184
(781) 380-0180
Braintree, MA 02184
(781) 380-0180
Grades: K-4
| 281 students
Rank: #44.
South Middle School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
220 Peach Street
Braintree, MA 02184
(781) 380-0160
Braintree, MA 02184
(781) 380-0160
Grades: 5-8
| 638 students
Rank: #55.
Highlands
(Math: 54% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
144 Wildwood Avenue
Braintree, MA 02184
(781) 380-0190
Braintree, MA 02184
(781) 380-0190
Grades: K-4
| 350 students
Rank: #66.
Hollis
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
482 Washington Street
Braintree, MA 02184
(781) 380-0120
Braintree, MA 02184
(781) 380-0120
Grades: K-4
| 322 students
Rank: #77.
East Middle School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
305 River St.
Braintree, MA 02184
(781) 380-0170
Braintree, MA 02184
(781) 380-0170
Grades: 5-8
| 999 students
Rank: #88.
Donald Ross
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
20 Hayward Street
Braintree, MA 02184
(781) 380-0240
Braintree, MA 02184
(781) 380-0240
Grades: K-4
| 179 students
Braintree, Massachusetts Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
46 Lincoln Street
Braintree, MA 02184
(781) 380-0250
Braintree, MA 02184
(781) 380-0250
Grades: K-1
| 91 students
25 Brow Avenue
Braintree, MA 02184
(781) 380-0220
Braintree, MA 02184
(781) 380-0220
Grades: K-5
| 184 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Braintree, MA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Braintree, MA include Liberty, Archie T Morrison and Mary E Flaherty School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Braintree?
8 public elementary schools are located in Braintree.
What is the racial composition of students in Braintree?
Braintree public elementary schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Massachusetts public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Braintree are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Braintree include: South Middle School vs. East Middle School, East Middle School vs. South Middle School, Donald Ross vs. Archie T Morrison
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