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#639 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 36% in state

East Taunton Elementary

Elementary School · Taunton

58R Stevens Street, East Taunton, MA 02718

Enrollment

536

Student-Teacher

12.2:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#639 of 1,793

In East Taunton

#1 of 2

public schools

In district

#1 of 12

Taunton

Academic growth

7.6 / 10

Very Good

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East Taunton Elementary

7.0/10

Elementary School in East Taunton · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About East Taunton Elementary

East Taunton Elementary is a public elementary school in East Taunton, MA, part of Taunton. East Taunton Elementary serves approximately 536 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. East Taunton Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #639 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for East Taunton Elementary show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.9 pts above district
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • District avg 5.1
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.6Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-0.99 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics7.2Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency39.5% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency44.5% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-2.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+1.9 pts
Overall Proficiency42% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+6.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile59th
Resources & Environment5.1Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,615
Chronic Absenteeism20.1%

East Taunton Elementary — Students at East Taunton Elementary score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 46.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 48.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.4% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)

Based on 52 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
71%
ELA
69%
2010
Math
65%
ELA
63%
2011
Math
66%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
73%
ELA
59%
2013
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
51%
2015
Math
65%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
61%
ELA
55%
2017
Math
55%
ELA
51%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
54%
2019
Math
52.7%
ELA
53%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
43%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
41.7%
2022
Math
37.7%
ELA
38.7%
2023
Math
47.5%
ELA
43.5%
2024
Math
47.5%
ELA
40.5%
2025
Math
39.5%
ELA
44.5%

* 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: 7.6/10.

How East Taunton Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
7.0/10
64th percentile in MA
Academic
7.2/10
Very Good
Growth
7.6/10
Very Good
Environment
5.1/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
44 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.1%

Location

58R Stevens Street, East Taunton, MA 02718

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering East Taunton Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Berkley Community School (rated 5.9/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Berkley), a more accessible option. Another option is James L. Mulcahey Elementary School (rated 5.8/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Taunton), a more accessible option. Additionally, OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL (rated 5.5/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Taunton), a more accessible option. For more schools in East Taunton, see our East Taunton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Joseph H Martin East Taunton 0.5 mi 6.2
Bristol-Plymouth Vocational Technical Taunton 0.9 mi 8.0
Elizabeth Pole Taunton 2.4 mi 4.5
John F Parker Middle Taunton 2.5 mi 4.9
Taunton High Taunton 2.6 mi 4.7
Berkley Middle School Berkley 2.8 mi 6.2
Edward F. Leddy Preschool Taunton 2.9 mi 2.9
OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL Taunton 3.0 mi 5.5
Berkley Community School Berkley 3.6 mi 5.9
Taunton Alternative High School Taunton 3.5 mi 4.9
Merrill Elementary School Raynham 4.3 mi 4.1
Laliberte Elementary School Raynham 4.4 mi 4.0
H H Galligan Taunton 4.0 mi 3.5
Raynham Middle School Raynham 5.1 mi 3.3
James L. Mulcahey Elementary School Taunton 4.3 mi 5.8
Bristol County Agricultural High Dighton 4.5 mi 7.6
FL CHAMBERLAIN SCHOOL Middleboro 5.2 mi 7.9
Dighton Elementary Dighton 4.7 mi 4.6
ANCHOR ACADEMY Middleboro 5.3 mi 5.9
Dighton Middle School Dighton 4.9 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02718 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$107,570

Median Home Value

$437,300

Median Rent

$1,683/mo

Population

7,125

College Educated

27.1%

Homeownership

88.9%

Avg Commute

31.6 min

Poverty Rate

10.8%

Median Age

39.6

Similar Schools

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

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Bourne Intermediate School Bourne, MA 7.0
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Millbury Street Elementary School Grafton, MA 7.0
Montclair Quincy, MA 7.0
Muraco Elementary Winchester, MA 7.0
Blueberry Hill Longmeadow, MA 7.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about East Taunton Elementary

What grades does East Taunton Elementary serve?

East Taunton Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend East Taunton Elementary?

East Taunton Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 536 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at East Taunton Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at East Taunton Elementary is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does East Taunton Elementary rank in MA?

East Taunton Elementary ranks #639 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is East Taunton Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

East Taunton Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Taunton Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, East Taunton Elementary has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is East Taunton Elementary a charter school?

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

Is East Taunton Elementary a Title I school?

No, East Taunton Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
10 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
536
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
44
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Bristol County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.1%

District

Taunton
District Enrollment
8,018
Schools in District
13
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,615
District Rank
#1 of 12

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