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Joseph F Dipietro Elementary School

Elementary School · Bellingham

70 Harpin Street, Bellingham, MA 02019

Enrollment

302

Student-Teacher

14.4:1

Score

6.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#807 of 1,793

In Bellingham

#1 of 5

public schools

In district

#1 of 5

Bellingham

Equity

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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Joseph F Dipietro Elementary School

6.5/10

Elementary School in Bellingham · grades Kindergarten – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Joseph F Dipietro Elementary School

Joseph F Dipietro Elementary School is a public elementary school in Bellingham, MA, part of Bellingham. Joseph F Dipietro Elementary School serves approximately 302 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-3rd, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Joseph F Dipietro Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #807 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Joseph F Dipietro Elementary School show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • District avg 5.8
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.9Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-1.36 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.5Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency48% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency45% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+5.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+2.4 pts
Overall Proficiency47% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)53% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-6.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile49th
Resources & Environment5.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,417
Chronic Absenteeism17.2%

Joseph F Dipietro Elementary School — Students at Joseph F Dipietro Elementary School score 46% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 51.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.8% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 53.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
46.1% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 42 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
67%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
82%
ELA
72%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
44.5%
ELA
46%
2019
Math
43%
ELA
53%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
33%
ELA
52.5%
2022
Math
46%
ELA
46%
2023
Math
35%
ELA
39%
2024
Math
29%
ELA
22%
2025
Math
48%
ELA
45%

* 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: 6.9/10.

How Joseph F Dipietro Elementary School Compares

See how Joseph F Dipietro Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.5/10
55th percentile in MA
Academic
6.5/10
Average
Growth
6.9/10
Average
Environment
5.5/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.2%

Location

70 Harpin Street, Bellingham, MA 02019

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Joseph F Dipietro Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pothier-Citizens Elem Campus (rated 6.2/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Woonsocket), with a very similar rating. Another option is GOOD SHEPHERD CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 5.1/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Woonsocket), a more accessible option. Additionally, GR WOONSOCKET CATHOLIC REGIONAL (rated 5.1/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Woonsocket), a more accessible option. For more schools in Bellingham, see our Bellingham schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Keough Memorial Academy Bellingham 0.1 mi
Pothier-Citizens Elem Campus Woonsocket 1.6 mi 6.2
RISE Prep Mayoral Academy Woonsocket 1.9 mi 3.6
Woonsocket High School Woonsocket 2.1 mi 4.5
Leo A. Savoie School Woonsocket 2.1 mi 4.6
Woonsocket Middle @ Villa Nova Woonsocket 2.1 mi 5.3
GOOD SHEPHERD CATHOLIC SCHOOL Woonsocket 2.2 mi 5.1
GR WOONSOCKET CATHOLIC REGIONAL Woonsocket 2.2 mi 5.1
Woonsocket Middle at Hamlet Woonsocket 2.2 mi 5.6
Founders Academy Woonsocket 2.3 mi 5.4
Harris School Woonsocket 2.3 mi 2.5
BEACON Charter School Woonsocket 2.4 mi 5.8
HILLSIDE ALTERNATIVE PROGRAM Woonsocket 2.6 mi
ACTION BASED ENTERPRISES SCHOOL Woonsocket 2.6 mi
MOUNT ST CHARLES ACADEMY Woonsocket 2.8 mi 4.0
Frederick W. Hartnett Middle School Blackstone 2.2 mi 5.9
Bellingham Memorial School Bellingham 2.9 mi 4.8
Bernon Heights School Woonsocket 3.0 mi 2.7
Bellingham High School Bellingham 3.0 mi 6.3
Blackstone Millville RHS Blackstone 2.5 mi 5.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02019 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$120,966

Median Home Value

$425,900

Median Rent

$1,788/mo

Population

17,160

College Educated

40%

Homeownership

78.5%

Avg Commute

35.6 min

Poverty Rate

4.4%

Median Age

38.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Joseph F Dipietro Elementary School

What grades does Joseph F Dipietro Elementary School serve?

Joseph F Dipietro Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.

How many students attend Joseph F Dipietro Elementary School?

Joseph F Dipietro Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 302 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Joseph F Dipietro Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Joseph F Dipietro Elementary School is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Joseph F Dipietro Elementary School rank in MA?

Joseph F Dipietro Elementary School ranks #807 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Joseph F Dipietro Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Joseph F Dipietro Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Joseph F Dipietro Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Joseph F Dipietro Elementary School has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Joseph F Dipietro Elementary School a charter school?

No, Joseph F Dipietro Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Joseph F Dipietro Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Joseph F Dipietro Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
11 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
302
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Norfolk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.2%

District

Bellingham
District Enrollment
1,990
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,417
District Rank
#1 of 5

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