Alice M. Barrows Elementary School

Alice M. Barrows Elementary School

Public Elementary School | Grade K-5
16 Edgemont Ave,  Reading, MA
Reading Public Schools
4.4
356 Students
A-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Beth Leavitt
Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Math Proficiency
57%
Reading Proficiency
62%

Niche Grade

A-
Academics
A
Teachers
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Academics
Reading Proficiency
62%
Math Proficiency
57%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers
27
Full Time Teachers
27
Teachers in First or Second Year
12%

GreatSchools Rating

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Test Scores

Math
12.3%
State Average
7.6%
Science
19%
State Average
6.4%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
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The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Student Diversity

Male
51.1%
Female
48.9%
White
88.2%
Hispanic
4.5%
Asian or Pacific Islander
3.4%
Two or more races
2%
Black
2%
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Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

GreatSchools Reviews
4.4 5 Reviews
5.0 parent
11/18/2018
Barrows was a great experience for both of my children. My son has ADHD and they did a wonderful job of helping him through all of his challenges. The teachers were just wonderful!
5.0 other
9/2/2016
We have had a wonderful experience at Barrows! The teachers are patient, skilled, creative and adaptable. Librarians are great! Administration has been approachable and responsive. Active PTO. There are many ways to become involved in the school (and community) as a parent. Family needs are addresse...
5.0 parent
4/29/2015
This is the quintessential neighborhood elementary school where everyone wants to further our children for the better. A very active parent community too.
2.0 parent
2/22/2014
The school does not challenge children who perform above grade. There is no leveling and even after talking to my child's 5th grade teachers about challenging her, and being assured they'd work with her, nothing happened. It is very hard to move into a school system that does not level from one that...

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