Below Average
#1410 of 1,793 schools in MA
Joseph C Chamberlain
Elementary School · Taunton
480 Norton Avenue, Taunton, MA 02780
Enrollment
491
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
491
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,410 of 1,793
In Taunton
#7 of 11
public schools
In district
#8 of 12
Taunton
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Joseph C Chamberlain
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About Joseph C Chamberlain
Joseph C Chamberlain is a public elementary school in Taunton, MA, part of Taunton. Joseph C Chamberlain serves approximately 491 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Joseph C Chamberlain has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,410 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Joseph C Chamberlain show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 5.1
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Joseph C Chamberlain — Students at Joseph C Chamberlain score 31% 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: 5.0/10.
How Joseph C Chamberlain Compares
See how Joseph C Chamberlain performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
480 Norton Avenue, Taunton, MA 02780
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Joseph C Chamberlain may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. L G Nourse Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Norton), which scores notably higher. Another option is James L. Mulcahey Elementary School (rated 5.8/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL (rated 5.5/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Taunton, see our Taunton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Benjamin Friedman Middle Taunton | 0.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Edmund Hatch Bennett Taunton | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| James L. Mulcahey Elementary School Taunton | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| H H Galligan Taunton | 1.9 mi | 3.5 |
| Taunton Alternative High School Taunton | 2.4 mi | 4.9 |
| OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL Taunton | 3.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Edward F. Leddy Preschool Taunton | 3.1 mi | 2.9 |
| L G Nourse Elementary Norton | 3.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Taunton High Taunton | 3.5 mi | 4.7 |
| John F Parker Middle Taunton | 3.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Henri A. Yelle Norton | 4.2 mi | 5.4 |
| Elizabeth Pole Taunton | 3.8 mi | 4.5 |
| Norton High Norton | 4.3 mi | 5.6 |
| THE PINECROFT SCHOOL Rehoboth | 4.2 mi | 4.8 |
| Dighton Middle School Dighton | 5.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Dighton Elementary Dighton | 5.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Berkley Middle School Berkley | 5.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Bristol County Agricultural High Dighton | 5.8 mi | 7.6 |
| Norton Middle Norton | 4.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Bristol-Plymouth Vocational Technical Taunton | 4.9 mi | 8.0 |
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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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Charles W Morey Lowell, MA | 4.8 |
| Crocker Elementary Fitchburg, MA | 4.8 |
| Frank M Sokolowski Elementary Chelsea, MA | 4.8 |
| George R Austin Intermediate School Lakeville, MA | 4.8 |
| LAWRENCE CATHOLIC ACADEMY Lawrence, MA | 4.8 |
| Leicester Elementary Leicester, MA | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Joseph C Chamberlain
What grades does Joseph C Chamberlain serve?
Joseph C Chamberlain serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Joseph C Chamberlain?
Joseph C Chamberlain has an enrollment of approximately 491 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Joseph C Chamberlain?
The student-teacher ratio at Joseph C Chamberlain is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Joseph C Chamberlain rank in MA?
Joseph C Chamberlain ranks #1,410 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Joseph C Chamberlain's MySchoolScout rating?
Joseph C Chamberlain has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Joseph C Chamberlain?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Joseph C Chamberlain has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Joseph C Chamberlain a charter school?
No, Joseph C Chamberlain is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Joseph C Chamberlain a Title I school?
No, Joseph C Chamberlain is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 491
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bristol County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.4%
- Phone
- (508) 821-3216
Resources & Links
District
Taunton- District Enrollment
- 8,018
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,615
- District Rank
- #8 of 12
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