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Berkley Community School
Elementary School · Berkley
59 South Main Street, Berkley, MA 02779
Enrollment
471
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
471
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,015 of 1,793
In Berkley
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#2 of 2
Berkley
Equity
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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Berkley Community School
Elementary School in Berkley · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Berkley Community School
Berkley Community School is a public elementary school in Berkley, MA, part of Berkley. Berkley Community School serves approximately 471 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Berkley Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,015 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Berkley Community School show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Berkley Community School — Students at Berkley Community School score 52% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 56 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 5.6/10.
How Berkley Community School Compares
See how Berkley Community School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
59 South Main Street, Berkley, MA 02779
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Berkley Community School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. North Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Somerset), which scores notably higher. Another option is East Taunton Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby East Taunton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Chace Street (rated 6.3/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Somerset), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Berkley, see our Berkley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Berkley Middle School Berkley | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Bristol County Agricultural High Dighton | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Dighton Elementary Dighton | 1.6 mi | 4.6 |
| Dighton Middle School Dighton | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| CRYSTAL SPRINGS INC. Assonet | 3.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Edward F. Leddy Preschool Taunton | 3.7 mi | 2.9 |
| OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL Taunton | 3.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Bristol-Plymouth Vocational Technical Taunton | 3.6 mi | 8.0 |
| East Taunton Elementary East Taunton | 3.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Taunton Alternative High School Taunton | 4.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Joseph H Martin East Taunton | 4.1 mi | 6.2 |
| H H Galligan Taunton | 4.8 mi | 3.5 |
| Taunton High Taunton | 4.8 mi | 4.7 |
| John F Parker Middle Taunton | 4.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Elizabeth Pole Taunton | 4.9 mi | 4.5 |
| James L. Mulcahey Elementary School Taunton | 5.1 mi | 5.8 |
| North Elementary Somerset | 4.8 mi | 8.2 |
| Edmund Hatch Bennett Taunton | 5.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Chace Street Somerset | 5.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Joseph C Chamberlain Taunton | 6.4 mi | 4.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02779 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$123,877
Median Home Value
$472,100
Population
6,789
College Educated
37.5%
Homeownership
98%
Avg Commute
26.7 min
Poverty Rate
2.7%
Median Age
43.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Alice B Beal Elementary Springfield, MA | 5.9 |
| Clara Barton Oxford, MA | 5.9 |
| Downey Brockton, MA | 5.9 |
| Forestdale Malden, MA | 5.9 |
| J F Kennedy Elementary Randolph, MA | 5.9 |
| Page Hilltop Elementary School Ayer, MA | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Berkley Community School
What grades does Berkley Community School serve?
Berkley Community School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Berkley Community School?
Berkley Community School has an enrollment of approximately 471 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Berkley Community School?
The student-teacher ratio at Berkley Community School is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Berkley Community School rank in MA?
Berkley Community School ranks #1,015 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Berkley Community School's MySchoolScout rating?
Berkley Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Berkley Community School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Berkley Community School has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Berkley Community School a charter school?
No, Berkley Community School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Berkley Community School a Title I school?
No, Berkley Community School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 471
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bristol County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.6%
- Phone
- (508) 822-9550
Resources & Links
District
Berkley- District Enrollment
- 836
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,803
- District Rank
- #2 of 2
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