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Casimir Pulaski

Elementary School · New Bedford

1097 Braley Rd, New Bedford, MA 02745

Enrollment

560

Student-Teacher

13:1

Score

5.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,269 of 1,793

In New Bedford

#11 of 27

public schools

In district

#10 of 24

New Bedford

Academic performance

7.6 / 10

Very Good

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Casimir Pulaski

5.2/10

Elementary School in New Bedford · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.2/10

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5.9/10

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About Casimir Pulaski

Casimir Pulaski is a public elementary school in New Bedford, MA, part of New Bedford. Casimir Pulaski serves approximately 560 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Casimir Pulaski has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,269 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Casimir Pulaski show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.4 pts above district
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • District avg 4.8
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.2Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-3.13 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.6Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency41.7% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency34.3% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-0.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-8.3 pts
Overall Proficiency38% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)17% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+21.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile64th
Resources & Environment6.4Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,022
Chronic Absenteeism20%

Casimir Pulaski — Students at Casimir Pulaski score 38% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 17%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 46.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 46.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.6% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 82 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
39%
ELA
44%
2010
Math
45%
ELA
45%
2011
Math
43%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
45%
ELA
41%
2013
Math
53%
ELA
50%
2014
Math
63%
ELA
63%
2015
Math
68%
ELA
63%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
41%
2017
Math
55%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
57.3%
ELA
58.3%
2019
Math
55.8%
ELA
56.8%
2020*
Math
28%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
29.3%
ELA
46.8%
2022
Math
41.8%
ELA
39.5%
2023
Math
49%
ELA
41%
2024
Math
40%
ELA
34.3%
2025
Math
41.7%
ELA
34.3%

* 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: 3.2/10.

How Casimir Pulaski Compares

See how Casimir Pulaski performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.2/10
29th percentile in MA
Academic
7.6/10
Very Good
Growth
3.2/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.4/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
43 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.0%

Location

1097 Braley Rd, New Bedford, MA 02745

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Casimir Pulaski may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Acushnet Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Acushnet), which scores notably higher. Another option is Freetown Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby East Freetown), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Elwyn G Campbell (rated 7.2/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in New Bedford, see our New Bedford schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Elwyn G Campbell New Bedford 1.9 mi 7.2
Gr New Bedford Vocational Technical New Bedford 2.6 mi 5.9
Acushnet Elementary School Acushnet 2.0 mi 8.0
Albert F Ford Middle School Acushnet 2.1 mi 6.8
WHITNEY ACADEMY East Freetown 3.1 mi 7.4
ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC SCHOOL New Bedford 3.2 mi 4.8
Normandin Middle School New Bedford 3.4 mi 6.8
Jireh Swift New Bedford 3.4 mi 6.1
Charles S Ashley New Bedford 3.6 mi 3.0
Abraham Lincoln New Bedford 4.1 mi 4.2
Alma del Mar Charter School New Bedford 4.5 mi 4.4
Global Learning Charter Public School New Bedford 4.8 mi 4.6
George R Austin Intermediate School Lakeville 4.6 mi 4.8
Carlos Pacheco New Bedford 5.0 mi 4.5
Freetown-Lakeville Middle School Lakeville 4.7 mi 6.4
Apponequet Regional High Lakeville 4.8 mi 6.7
Hayden/McFadden New Bedford 5.1 mi 4.9
Freetown Elementary School East Freetown 4.2 mi 7.5
Rochester Memorial Rochester 4.2 mi 6.4
NAZARENE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY New Bedford 5.5 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02745 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$73,154

Median Home Value

$339,600

Median Rent

$1,104/mo

Population

25,013

College Educated

20.4%

Homeownership

60.9%

Avg Commute

25.2 min

Poverty Rate

14.1%

Median Age

40.7

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Blackstone Elementary School Boston, MA 5.2
Bryantville Elementary Pembroke, MA 5.2
Charles D Harrington North Chelmsford, MA 5.2
Grafton Street Worcester, MA 5.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Casimir Pulaski

What grades does Casimir Pulaski serve?

Casimir Pulaski serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Casimir Pulaski?

Casimir Pulaski has an enrollment of approximately 560 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Casimir Pulaski?

The student-teacher ratio at Casimir Pulaski is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Casimir Pulaski rank in MA?

Casimir Pulaski ranks #1,269 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Casimir Pulaski's MySchoolScout rating?

Casimir Pulaski has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Casimir Pulaski?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Casimir Pulaski has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Casimir Pulaski a charter school?

No, Casimir Pulaski is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Casimir Pulaski a Title I school?

No, Casimir Pulaski is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
23 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
28 Some Transit
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
560
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers (FTE)
43
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Bristol County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.0%

District

New Bedford
District Enrollment
12,488
Schools in District
24
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,022
District Rank
#10 of 24

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