Serving 416 students in grades 3-8, Alexander B Bruce 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 14% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-8
- Enrollment: 416 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alexander B Bruce ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Alexander B Bruce's student population of 416 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
416 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
Alexander B Bruce ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alexander B Bruce is 0.10, 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
#1533 out of 1631 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
95%
25%
Black
2%
10%
White
1%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alexander B Bruce's ranking?
Alexander B Bruce is ranked #1533 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Alexander B Bruce often compared to?
Alexander B Bruceis often viewed alongside schools like Guilmette Middle School, Arlington Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Alexander B Bruce?
416 students attend Alexander B Bruce.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Alexander B Bruce students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alexander B Bruce?
Alexander B Bruce has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Alexander B Bruce offer ?
Alexander B Bruce offers enrollment in grades 3-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Alexander B Bruce part of?
Alexander B Bruce is part of Lawrence School District.
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