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#1696 of 1,793 schools in MA
Carlton M. Viveiros Elementary School
Elementary School · Fall River
525 Slade Street, Fall River, MA 02724
Enrollment
697
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
697
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,696 of 1,793
In Fall River
#17 of 19
public schools
In district
#14 of 16
Fall River
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Carlton M. Viveiros Elementary School
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About Carlton M. Viveiros Elementary School
Carlton M. Viveiros Elementary School is a public elementary school in Fall River, MA, part of Fall River. Carlton M.
Viveiros Elementary School serves approximately 697 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Carlton M. Viveiros Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,696 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Carlton M. Viveiros Elementary School show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.4
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at Carlton M. Viveiros Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Carlton M. Viveiros Elementary School — Students at Carlton M. Viveiros Elementary School score 20% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 13%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 82 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: 2.6/10.
How Carlton M. Viveiros Elementary School Compares
See how Carlton M. Viveiros Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
525 Slade Street, Fall River, MA 02724
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Carlton M. Viveiros Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Henry Lord Community School (rated 6.6/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Pocasset School (rated 6.2/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Tiverton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Mary Fonseca Elementary School (rated 6.2/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fall River, see our Fall River schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew J Kuss Middle Fall River | 0.5 mi | 3.2 |
| ST STANISLAUS SCHOOL Fall River | 0.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Fall River Early Learning Center Fall River | 0.8 mi | — |
| Argosy Collegiate Charter School Fall River | 0.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Henry Lord Community School Fall River | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| John J Doran Fall River | 1.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Pocasset School Tiverton | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| William S Greene Fall River | 1.2 mi | 3.4 |
| Letourneau Elementary School Fall River | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| MASTERY SCHOOL OF INDEPENDENT LEARNING Fall River | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Resiliency Preparatory Academy Fall River | 1.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Stone PK-12 School Fall River | 2.0 mi | 4.8 |
| ANTIOCH SCHOOL Fall River | 2.1 mi | 5.1 |
| FALL RIVER DEACONESS HOME SCHOOL Fall River | 2.1 mi | — |
| Atlantis Charter School Fall River | 2.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Morton Middle Fall River | 2.5 mi | 4.6 |
| Mary Fonseca Elementary School Fall River | 2.2 mi | 6.2 |
| ESPIRITO SANTO PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Fall River | 2.2 mi | 4.9 |
| EAST GATE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fall River | 2.3 mi | 6.0 |
| HOLY NAME SCHOOL Fall River | 2.6 mi | 4.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02724 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$49,809
Median Home Value
$368,300
Median Rent
$1,105/mo
Population
18,758
College Educated
15%
Homeownership
34%
Avg Commute
24.9 min
Poverty Rate
24%
Median Age
38.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| A Drewicz Elementary Lynn, MA | 3.5 |
| Condon K-8 School South Boston, MA | 3.5 |
| Miriam F McCarthy School Framingham, MA | 3.5 |
| Center Elementary School Chelmsford, MA | 3.4 |
| Dr W Arnone Community School Brockton, MA | 3.6 |
| Edward A Sisson Lynn, MA | 3.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Carlton M. Viveiros Elementary School
What grades does Carlton M. Viveiros Elementary School serve?
Carlton M. Viveiros Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Carlton M. Viveiros Elementary School?
Carlton M. Viveiros Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 697 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Carlton M. Viveiros Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Carlton M. Viveiros Elementary School is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Carlton M. Viveiros Elementary School rank in MA?
Carlton M. Viveiros Elementary School ranks #1,696 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Carlton M. Viveiros Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Carlton M. Viveiros Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 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 Carlton M. Viveiros Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Carlton M. Viveiros Elementary School has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Carlton M. Viveiros Elementary School a charter school?
No, Carlton M. Viveiros Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Carlton M. Viveiros Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Carlton M. Viveiros Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 697
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 47
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bristol County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.6%
- Phone
- (508) 675-8300
Resources & Links
District
Fall River- District Enrollment
- 10,656
- Schools in District
- 18
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,172
- District Rank
- #14 of 16
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