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#1083 of 1,793 schools in MA
James L. Mulcahey Elementary School
Elementary School · Taunton
28 Clifford Street, Taunton, MA 02780
Enrollment
882
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
882
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,083 of 1,793
In Taunton
#2 of 11
public schools
In district
#3 of 12
Taunton
Academic growth
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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James L. Mulcahey Elementary School
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About James L. Mulcahey Elementary School
James L. Mulcahey Elementary School is a public elementary school in Taunton, MA, part of Taunton. James L.
Mulcahey Elementary School serves approximately 882 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. James L. Mulcahey Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,083 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for James L. Mulcahey Elementary School show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 5.1
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at James L. Mulcahey Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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James L. Mulcahey Elementary School — Students at James L. Mulcahey Elementary School score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 50 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: 8.4/10.
How James L. Mulcahey Elementary School Compares
See how James L. Mulcahey Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
28 Clifford Street, Taunton, MA 02780
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering James L. Mulcahey Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. East Taunton Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby East Taunton), which scores notably higher. Another option is L G Nourse Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Norton), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Berkley Community School (rated 5.9/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Berkley), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Taunton, see our Taunton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| H H Galligan Taunton | 0.3 mi | 3.5 |
| Taunton Alternative High School Taunton | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL Taunton | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Edward F. Leddy Preschool Taunton | 1.6 mi | 2.9 |
| Edmund Hatch Bennett Taunton | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Joseph C Chamberlain Taunton | 1.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Benjamin Friedman Middle Taunton | 1.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Taunton High Taunton | 2.1 mi | 4.7 |
| John F Parker Middle Taunton | 2.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Elizabeth Pole Taunton | 2.4 mi | 4.5 |
| Bristol-Plymouth Vocational Technical Taunton | 3.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Berkley Middle School Berkley | 4.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Bristol County Agricultural High Dighton | 4.8 mi | 7.6 |
| Dighton Elementary Dighton | 4.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Dighton Middle School Dighton | 4.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Berkley Community School Berkley | 5.1 mi | 5.9 |
| East Taunton Elementary East Taunton | 4.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Joseph H Martin East Taunton | 4.4 mi | 6.2 |
| L G Nourse Elementary Norton | 5.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Merrill Elementary School Raynham | 4.6 mi | 4.1 |
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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|---|---|
| Palmer River Rehoboth, MA | 5.8 |
| Quinsigamond Worcester, MA | 5.8 |
| ST JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC ACAD.-REGIONAL OFFICE Dorchester, MA | 5.8 |
| Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School Franklin, MA | 5.7 |
| George H. Englesby Elementary School Dracut, MA | 5.7 |
| Thomas Ditson Billerica, MA | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about James L. Mulcahey Elementary School
What grades does James L. Mulcahey Elementary School serve?
James L. Mulcahey Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend James L. Mulcahey Elementary School?
James L. Mulcahey Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 882 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at James L. Mulcahey Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at James L. Mulcahey Elementary School is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does James L. Mulcahey Elementary School rank in MA?
James L. Mulcahey Elementary School ranks #1,083 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is James L. Mulcahey Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
James L. Mulcahey Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 James L. Mulcahey Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, James L. Mulcahey Elementary School has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025).
Is James L. Mulcahey Elementary School a charter school?
No, James L. Mulcahey Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is James L. Mulcahey Elementary School a Title I school?
No, James L. Mulcahey Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 882
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 62
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bristol County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.1%
- Phone
- (508) 821-1255
Resources & Links
District
Taunton- District Enrollment
- 8,018
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,615
- District Rank
- #3 of 12
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