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Very Good

#498 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 28% in state

Assawompset Elementary School

Elementary School · Freetown-Lakeville

232 Main Street, Lakeville, MA 02347

Enrollment

469

Student-Teacher

13.4:1

Score

7.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#498 of 1,793

In Lakeville

#1 of 4

public schools

In district

#2 of 5

Freetown-Lakeville

Academic growth

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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Assawompset Elementary School

7.4/10

Elementary School in Lakeville · grades Kindergarten – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Assawompset Elementary School

Assawompset Elementary School is a public elementary school in Lakeville, MA, part of Freetown-Lakeville. Assawompset Elementary School serves approximately 469 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-3rd, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Assawompset Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #498 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Assawompset Elementary School show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 7.4 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.6
  • MA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Assawompset Elementary School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.6Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.44 pts/yr
Data Period2011–2025
TrendStable
Academics7.6Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency61% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency48% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+18.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+5.4 pts
Overall Proficiency55% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)55% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-0.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile64th
Resources & Environment3.9Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,380
Chronic Absenteeism16.8%

Assawompset Elementary School — Students at Assawompset Elementary School score 54% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 55.2% (multi-year average, 2011-2025)
School
State
42.8% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 57.1% (multi-year average, 2011-2025)
School
State
46.1% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 38 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2011
Math
66%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
50%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
46.5%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
52.5%
ELA
61%
2022
Math
51%
ELA
47%
2023
Math
55%
ELA
57%
2024
Math
52%
ELA
34%
2025
Math
61%
ELA
48%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.6/10.

How Assawompset Elementary School Compares

See how Assawompset Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.4/10
72th percentile in MA
Academic
7.6/10
Very Good
Growth
8.6/10
Excellent
Environment
3.9/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.8%

Location

232 Main Street, Lakeville, MA 02347

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Assawompset Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Freetown Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 6.9 miles away, in nearby East Freetown), with a very similar rating. Another option is East Taunton Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby East Taunton), with a comparable rating. Additionally, MULLEIN HILL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 5.8/10, 1.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Lakeville, see our Lakeville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.3 mi
School Distance Rating
MULLEIN HILL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lakeville 1.1 mi 5.8
Mary K. Goode Elementary School Middleborough 3.2 mi 5.1
Henry B. Burkland Elementary School Middleborough 3.3 mi 4.5
Middleborough High Middleborough 3.2 mi 7.2
THE PEANUT GALLERY Middleboro 3.8 mi
Memorial Early Childhood Center Middleboro 3.9 mi 4.6
Apponequet Regional High Lakeville 4.3 mi 6.7
John T. Nichols Middle Middleborough 3.9 mi 4.5
George R Austin Intermediate School Lakeville 4.4 mi 4.8
Freetown-Lakeville Middle School Lakeville 4.5 mi 6.4
WHITNEY ACADEMY East Freetown 5.4 mi 7.4
SAMUEL FULLER SCHOOL Middleboro 5.3 mi 4.6
ANCHOR ACADEMY Middleboro 6.0 mi 5.9
FL CHAMBERLAIN SCHOOL Middleboro 6.1 mi 7.9
Joseph H Martin East Taunton 5.0 mi 6.2
East Taunton Elementary East Taunton 5.1 mi 7.0
Old Colony Regional Vocational Technical Rochester 5.8 mi 7.0
Freetown Elementary School East Freetown 6.9 mi 7.5
Bristol-Plymouth Vocational Technical Taunton 6.0 mi 8.0
Laliberte Elementary School Raynham 7.3 mi 4.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02347 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$126,182

Median Home Value

$533,800

Median Rent

$1,837/mo

Population

11,732

College Educated

39%

Homeownership

81.5%

Avg Commute

33.2 min

Poverty Rate

5%

Median Age

43.2

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Harwich Elementary School Harwich, MA 7.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Assawompset Elementary School

What grades does Assawompset Elementary School serve?

Assawompset Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.

How many students attend Assawompset Elementary School?

Assawompset Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 469 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Assawompset Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Assawompset Elementary School is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Assawompset Elementary School rank in MA?

Assawompset Elementary School ranks #498 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Assawompset Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Assawompset Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Assawompset Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Assawompset Elementary School has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025).

Is Assawompset Elementary School a charter school?

No, Assawompset Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Assawompset Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Assawompset Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
39 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
18 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
469
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Plymouth County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.8%

District

Freetown-Lakeville
District Enrollment
2,700
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,380
District Rank
#2 of 5

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