Excellent
#157 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 9% in state
Center
Elementary School · Mattapoisett
17 Barstow Street, Mattapoisett, MA 02739
Enrollment
230
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
230
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#157 of 1,793
In Mattapoisett
#1 of 4
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
Mattapoisett
School environment
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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Center
Elementary School in Mattapoisett · grades Pre-K – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Center
Center is a public elementary school in Mattapoisett, MA, part of Mattapoisett. Center serves approximately 230 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #157 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Center show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.7 · Excellent
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Center — Students at Center score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 42 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: 8.4/10.
How Center Compares
See how Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
17 Barstow Street, Mattapoisett, MA 02739
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Acushnet Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 6.5 miles away, in nearby Acushnet), with a comparable rating. Another option is Leroy Wood (rated 7.6/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Fairhaven), a more accessible option. Additionally, East Fairhaven (rated 7.3/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Fairhaven), a more accessible option. For more schools in Mattapoisett, see our Mattapoisett schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Old Hammondtown Mattapoisett | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Old Rochester Regional High Mattapoisett | 2.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Old Rochester Regional Jr High Mattapoisett | 2.0 mi | 5.5 |
| East Fairhaven Fairhaven | 2.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Sippican Marion | 3.8 mi | 5.7 |
| TABOR ACADEMY Marion | 4.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Leroy Wood Fairhaven | 3.9 mi | 7.6 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Fairhaven | 4.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Hastings Middle Fairhaven | 4.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Fairhaven High Fairhaven | 4.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Rochester Memorial Rochester | 6.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Roosevelt Middle School New Bedford | 6.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Alma del Mar Charter School New Bedford | 5.6 mi | 4.4 |
| William H Taylor New Bedford | 6.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Albert F Ford Middle School Acushnet | 6.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Jireh Swift New Bedford | 5.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Acushnet Elementary School Acushnet | 6.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Irwin M. Jacobs Elementary School New Bedford | 6.3 mi | 3.7 |
| Alfred J Gomes New Bedford | 6.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Global Learning Charter Public School New Bedford | 6.0 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02739 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$117,308
Median Home Value
$671,900
Median Rent
$1,478/mo
Population
6,563
College Educated
57.7%
Homeownership
78.9%
Poverty Rate
3.2%
Median Age
56
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Berlin Memorial School Berlin, MA | 8.7 |
| Brimfield Elementary Brimfield, MA | 8.7 |
| Bates Elementary School Roslindale, MA | 8.6 |
| Frank H Freedman Springfield, MA | 8.6 |
| Martha Jones Westwood, MA | 8.6 |
| Orleans Elementary Orleans, MA | 8.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Center
What grades does Center serve?
Center serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.
How many students attend Center?
Center has an enrollment of approximately 230 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Center is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Center rank in MA?
Center ranks #157 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Center has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Center a charter school?
No, Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Center a Title I school?
No, Center is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 230
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Plymouth County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.2%
- Phone
- (508) 758-2521
Resources & Links
District
Mattapoisett- District Enrollment
- 400
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,981
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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