Alma Del Mar Charter School

Alma del Mar Charter School serves 1,041 students in kindergarten through eighth grade in New Bedford, Massachusetts. With 85 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a favorable 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio, allowing for more individualized attention in the classroom. Academically, the school has room for growth, with 32% of students demonstrating proficiency in English Language Arts and 27% in mathematics across all grade levels.

The school ranks #1274 out of 1,796 elementary schools statewide, placing it in the 29th percentile among Massachusetts schools. These results reflect the challenges often faced by schools serving communities with significant economic needs. The school operates as a public charter school, providing families with an alternative educational option within the traditional public school system.

Located on Belleville Avenue, Alma del Mar serves a community where the median household income is $39,545 and nearly one-third of residents live below the poverty line. Only 9% of adults in the surrounding area hold bachelor's degrees or higher. The school sits in a mid-size suburban setting in Bristol County, serving families in an area where the median home value is $292,200, reflecting the diverse socioeconomic landscape of this New Bedford neighborhood.

Alma Del Mar Charter School is a charter school — a publicly funded school that operates with more autonomy than traditional district schools. Charter schools often have distinct educational models or specialties. Parents should understand the school's specific mission, enrollment process, and how its approach differs from nearby district options.