Francis T Bresnahan Elementary

School Overview
The Francis T. Bresnahan Elementary School, located at 333 High Street in Newburyport, Massachusetts, serves as a key foundational institution within the Newburyport Public School district. Catering to younger students in the community, the school focuses on fostering early academic development, social-emotional learning, and a supportive environment designed to prepare children for their future educational transitions. As part of a district known for its commitment to academic excellence, the Bresnahan School emphasizes a well-rounded curriculum that encourages both curiosity and personal growth.

Beyond its core classroom instruction, the school is deeply integrated into the local Newburyport community. It benefits from a strong partnership between faculty, parents, and administrators, all working together to maintain an inclusive atmosphere that celebrates student diversity. With a mission rooted in creating a safe and engaging space for early learners, the school utilizes modern educational practices and community resources to ensure that every student has the tools necessary to succeed as they build the building blocks of their lifelong learning journey.
575
Total Students
60.7
Full-Time Teachers
9.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Francis T Bresnahan Elementary
Demographic Student Count
White507
Hispanic32
Black4
Asian12
Two or More20
  • White
    507 (88.2 %)
  • Hispanic
    32 (5.6 %)
  • Two or More
    20 (3.5 %)
  • Asian
    12 (2.1 %)
  • Black
    4 (0.7 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Newburyport
Phone: (978)465-4431
Website: http://www.newburyport.k12.ma.us
Grade Range: Pre-K - 3rd
Total Students: 575
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 60.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 9.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 53
Kindergarten 103
Grade 1 126
Grade 2 138
Grade 3 155

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Francis T Bresnahan Elementary
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten53
Kindergarten103
Grade 1126
Grade 2138
Grade 3155
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Francis T Bresnahan Elementary
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female28449.4%
Male29150.6%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)