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#1209 of 1,793 schools in MA
John J Doran
Elementary School · Fall River
101 Fountain Street, Fall River, MA 02721
Enrollment
511
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
511
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,209 of 1,793
In Fall River
#9 of 19
public schools
In district
#8 of 16
Fall River
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About John J Doran
John J Doran is a public elementary school in Fall River, MA, part of Fall River. John J Doran serves approximately 511 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. John J Doran has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,209 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for John J Doran show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 5.4
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at John J Doran were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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John J Doran — Students at John J Doran score 23% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 13%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 130 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: 5.6/10.
How John J Doran Compares
See how John J Doran performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
101 Fountain Street, Fall River, MA 02721
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John J Doran may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Henry Lord Community School (rated 6.6/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST MICHAEL SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Mary Fonseca Elementary School (rated 6.2/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Fall River, see our Fall River schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST STANISLAUS SCHOOL Fall River | 0.6 mi | 5.3 |
| MASTERY SCHOOL OF INDEPENDENT LEARNING Fall River | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Argosy Collegiate Charter School Fall River | 0.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Resiliency Preparatory Academy Fall River | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Stone PK-12 School Fall River | 0.9 mi | 4.8 |
| ANTIOCH SCHOOL Fall River | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Matthew J Kuss Middle Fall River | 0.9 mi | 3.2 |
| FALL RIVER DEACONESS HOME SCHOOL Fall River | 1.0 mi | — |
| Carlton M. Viveiros Elementary School Fall River | 1.1 mi | 3.5 |
| William S Greene Fall River | 1.1 mi | 3.4 |
| Morton Middle Fall River | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Mary Fonseca Elementary School Fall River | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Henry Lord Community School Fall River | 1.9 mi | 6.6 |
| HOLY NAME SCHOOL Fall River | 1.6 mi | 4.5 |
| Letourneau Elementary School Fall River | 1.9 mi | 5.5 |
| ST MICHAEL SCHOOL Fall River | 1.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Fall River Early Learning Center Fall River | 1.9 mi | — |
| ESPIRITO SANTO PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Fall River | 1.8 mi | 4.9 |
| EAST GATE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fall River | 1.8 mi | 6.0 |
| THE MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF THE ANGELS, INC Fall River | 1.8 mi | 4.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02721 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,666
Median Home Value
$362,800
Median Rent
$1,010/mo
Population
25,922
College Educated
14.9%
Homeownership
34.8%
Avg Commute
24.8 min
Poverty Rate
20.4%
Median Age
40.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Dudley Elementary Dudley, MA | 5.4 |
| Edison K-8 School Brighton, MA | 5.4 |
| Henri A. Yelle Norton, MA | 5.4 |
| John A. Crisafulli Elementary School Westford, MA | 5.4 |
| John F Kennedy Holbrook, MA | 5.4 |
| Memorial Milford, MA | 5.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John J Doran
What grades does John J Doran serve?
John J Doran serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend John J Doran?
John J Doran has an enrollment of approximately 511 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John J Doran?
The student-teacher ratio at John J Doran is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John J Doran rank in MA?
John J Doran ranks #1,209 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is John J Doran's MySchoolScout rating?
John J Doran has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 John J Doran?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John J Doran has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is John J Doran a charter school?
No, John J Doran is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John J Doran a Title I school?
No, John J Doran is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 511
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bristol County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.9%
- Phone
- (508) 675-8225
Resources & Links
District
Fall River- District Enrollment
- 10,656
- Schools in District
- 18
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,172
- District Rank
- #8 of 16
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