Needs Improvement
#1703 of 1,793 schools in MA
H H Galligan
Elementary School · Taunton
15 Sheridan Street, Taunton, MA 02780
Enrollment
279
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
279
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,703 of 1,793
In Taunton
#10 of 11
public schools
In district
#11 of 12
Taunton
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H H Galligan
Elementary School in Taunton · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About H H Galligan
H H Galligan is a public elementary school in Taunton, MA, part of Taunton. H H Galligan serves approximately 279 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. H H Galligan has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,703 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for H H Galligan show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.1
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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H H Galligan — Students at H H Galligan score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 52 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 2.5/10.
How H H Galligan Compares
See how H H Galligan performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
15 Sheridan Street, Taunton, MA 02780
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering H H Galligan may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. East Taunton Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby East Taunton), which scores notably higher. Another option is Berkley Community School (rated 5.9/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Berkley), which scores notably higher. Additionally, James L. Mulcahey Elementary School (rated 5.8/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Taunton, see our Taunton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| James L. Mulcahey Elementary School Taunton | 0.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Taunton Alternative High School Taunton | 0.6 mi | 4.9 |
| OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL Taunton | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Edward F. Leddy Preschool Taunton | 1.2 mi | 2.9 |
| Edmund Hatch Bennett Taunton | 1.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Joseph C Chamberlain Taunton | 1.9 mi | 4.8 |
| Benjamin Friedman Middle Taunton | 2.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Taunton High Taunton | 1.9 mi | 4.7 |
| John F Parker Middle Taunton | 2.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Elizabeth Pole Taunton | 2.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Bristol-Plymouth Vocational Technical Taunton | 3.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Berkley Middle School Berkley | 3.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Bristol County Agricultural High Dighton | 4.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Dighton Elementary Dighton | 4.6 mi | 4.6 |
| Dighton Middle School Dighton | 4.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Berkley Community School Berkley | 4.8 mi | 5.9 |
| East Taunton Elementary East Taunton | 4.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Joseph H Martin East Taunton | 4.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Merrill Elementary School Raynham | 4.5 mi | 4.1 |
| Raynham Middle School Raynham | 4.9 mi | 3.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02780 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,054
Median Home Value
$377,800
Median Rent
$1,257/mo
Population
52,530
College Educated
23.9%
Homeownership
59.8%
Avg Commute
28.8 min
Poverty Rate
14.1%
Median Age
39
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|---|---|
| Barry Chicopee, MA | 3.4 |
| Horace Mann Laboratory Salem, MA | 3.4 |
| Martin E Young Elementary Randolph, MA | 3.4 |
| Silvio O Conte Community Pittsfield, MA | 3.4 |
| Webster School Everett, MA | 3.4 |
| West Brookfield Elementary West Brookfield, MA | 3.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about H H Galligan
What grades does H H Galligan serve?
H H Galligan serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend H H Galligan?
H H Galligan has an enrollment of approximately 279 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at H H Galligan?
The student-teacher ratio at H H Galligan is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does H H Galligan rank in MA?
H H Galligan ranks #1,703 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is H H Galligan's MySchoolScout rating?
H H Galligan 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 H H Galligan?
Based on loaded state assessment records, H H Galligan has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is H H Galligan a charter school?
No, H H Galligan is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is H H Galligan a Title I school?
No, H H Galligan is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 279
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bristol County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.5%
- Phone
- (508) 821-1295
Resources & Links
District
Taunton- District Enrollment
- 8,018
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,615
- District Rank
- #11 of 12
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