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#529 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 29% in state

East Fairhaven

Elementary School · Fairhaven

2 New Boston Road, Fairhaven, MA 02719

Enrollment

306

Student-Teacher

10.9:1

Score

7.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#529 of 1,793

In Fairhaven

#2 of 4

public schools

In district

#2 of 4

Fairhaven

Academic growth

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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East Fairhaven

7.3/10

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

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7.6/10

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7.6/10

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About East Fairhaven

East Fairhaven is a public elementary school in Fairhaven, MA, part of Fairhaven. East Fairhaven serves approximately 306 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. East Fairhaven has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #529 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for East Fairhaven show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.4
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.4Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-0.56 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics6.7Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency38.7% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency44% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-3.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+1.4 pts
Overall Proficiency41% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+0.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile52th
Resources & Environment5.7Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,929
Chronic Absenteeism16.3%

East Fairhaven — Students at East Fairhaven score 41% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 48.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 52.1% (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

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
58%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
40%
ELA
53%
2018
Math
39.3%
ELA
51.5%
2019
Math
50.3%
ELA
48.8%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
53%
ELA
61.3%
2022
Math
52.3%
ELA
51.5%
2023
Math
46.7%
ELA
43.3%
2024
Math
46.3%
ELA
37.3%
2025
Math
38.7%
ELA
44%

* 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 East Fairhaven Compares

See how East Fairhaven performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.3/10
71th percentile in MA
Academic
6.7/10
Average
Growth
8.4/10
Excellent
Environment
5.7/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.3%

Location

2 New Boston Road, Fairhaven, MA 02719

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering East Fairhaven may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Center (rated 8.7/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Mattapoisett), which scores notably higher. Another option is Leroy Wood (rated 7.6/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, William H Taylor (rated 6.8/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby New Bedford), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Fairhaven, see our Fairhaven schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Leroy Wood Fairhaven 1.4 mi 7.6
Old Hammondtown Mattapoisett 1.7 mi 7.6
ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Fairhaven 1.9 mi 4.8
Hastings Middle Fairhaven 1.9 mi 5.7
Fairhaven High Fairhaven 2.3 mi 5.6
Center Mattapoisett 2.6 mi 8.7
Alma del Mar Charter School New Bedford 3.3 mi 4.4
Roosevelt Middle School New Bedford 3.7 mi 6.0
Alfred J Gomes New Bedford 3.5 mi 5.1
Irwin M. Jacobs Elementary School New Bedford 3.8 mi 3.7
William H Taylor New Bedford 4.1 mi 6.8
NATIVITY PREPARATORY SCHOOL NEW BEDFORD New Bedford 3.5 mi 7.0
Global Learning Charter Public School New Bedford 3.5 mi 4.6
Jireh Swift New Bedford 3.8 mi 6.1
Hayden/McFadden New Bedford 3.6 mi 4.9
John Avery Parker New Bedford 3.6 mi 4.4
ST JAMES - ST JOHN SCHOOL New Bedford 3.8 mi 5.1
Whaling City Junior/Senior High School New Bedford 3.7 mi 4.6
HOLY FAMILY HOLY NAME SCHOOL New Bedford 3.7 mi 5.8
Sgt Wm H Carney Academy New Bedford 3.8 mi 3.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02719 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$92,500

Median Home Value

$407,300

Median Rent

$1,071/mo

Population

15,878

College Educated

30.5%

Homeownership

73.8%

Avg Commute

27.6 min

Poverty Rate

7.6%

Median Age

50

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Bernardston Elementary Bernardston, MA 7.3
Bowen Newton Centre, MA 7.3
Early Childhood Center Dedham, MA 7.3
Eddy Elementary Brewster, MA 7.3
GLEN URQUHART SCHOOL Beverly, MA 7.3
Hill-Roberts Elementary School Attleboro, MA 7.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about East Fairhaven

What grades does East Fairhaven serve?

East Fairhaven serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend East Fairhaven?

East Fairhaven has an enrollment of approximately 306 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at East Fairhaven?

The student-teacher ratio at East Fairhaven is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does East Fairhaven rank in MA?

East Fairhaven ranks #529 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is East Fairhaven's MySchoolScout rating?

East Fairhaven has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 East Fairhaven?

Based on loaded state assessment records, East Fairhaven has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is East Fairhaven a charter school?

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

Is East Fairhaven a Title I school?

No, East Fairhaven is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
24 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
306
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Bristol County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.3%

District

Fairhaven
District Enrollment
1,759
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,929
District Rank
#2 of 4

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