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Joseph H Martin

Middle School · Taunton

131 Caswell Street, East Taunton, MA 02718

Enrollment

648

Student-Teacher

14.4:1

Score

6.2

Grades

5th – 7th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#937 of 1,793

In East Taunton

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#2 of 12

Taunton

Academic growth

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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Joseph H Martin

6.2/10

Middle School in East Taunton · grades 5th – 7th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

East Taunton Elementary

7.0/10

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About Joseph H Martin

Joseph H Martin is a public middle school in East Taunton, MA, part of Taunton. Joseph H Martin serves approximately 648 students, and covers grades 5th-7th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Joseph H Martin has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #937 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Joseph H Martin show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.9 pts above district
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • District avg 5.3
  • MA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.1Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change+0.02 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics5.0Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency29.5% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency29% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-11.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-10.3 pts
Overall Proficiency29% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-6.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile32th
Resources & Environment3.1Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,615
Chronic Absenteeism20.1%

Joseph H Martin — Students at Joseph H Martin score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 27.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
41.3% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 35.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.3% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)

Based on 88 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
53%
ELA
73%
2010
Math
50%
ELA
73%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
64%
2012
Math
46%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
46%
ELA
58%
2014
Math
41%
ELA
53%
2015
Math
45%
ELA
58%
2016
Math
25%
ELA
35%
2017
Math
29%
ELA
35%
2018
Math
26%
ELA
31%
2019
Math
26.6%
ELA
31%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
31.8%
2022
Math
18%
ELA
25.8%
2023
Math
23.8%
ELA
29%
2024
Math
23.3%
ELA
27.3%
2025
Math
29.5%
ELA
29%

* 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: 9.1/10.

How Joseph H Martin Compares

See how Joseph H Martin performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.2/10
48th percentile in MA
Academic
5.0/10
Average
Growth
9.1/10
Excellent
Environment
3.1/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
45 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.1%

Location

131 Caswell Street, East Taunton, MA 02718

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Joseph H Martin may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Berkley Middle School (rated 6.2/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Berkley), with a very similar rating. Another option is John F Parker Middle (rated 4.9/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Taunton), a more accessible option. Additionally, Raynham Middle School (rated 3.3/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Raynham), a more accessible option. For more schools in East Taunton, see our East Taunton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.2 mi
School Distance Rating
East Taunton Elementary East Taunton 0.5 mi 7.0
Bristol-Plymouth Vocational Technical Taunton 1.1 mi 8.0
Elizabeth Pole Taunton 2.3 mi 4.5
John F Parker Middle Taunton 2.4 mi 4.9
Taunton High Taunton 2.5 mi 4.7
Merrill Elementary School Raynham 3.9 mi 4.1
Laliberte Elementary School Raynham 4.0 mi 4.0
Berkley Middle School Berkley 3.3 mi 6.2
Edward F. Leddy Preschool Taunton 3.1 mi 2.9
OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL Taunton 3.1 mi 5.5
Taunton Alternative High School Taunton 3.5 mi 4.9
Raynham Middle School Raynham 4.7 mi 3.3
Berkley Community School Berkley 4.1 mi 5.9
H H Galligan Taunton 4.1 mi 3.5
FL CHAMBERLAIN SCHOOL Middleboro 4.7 mi 7.9
ANCHOR ACADEMY Middleboro 4.8 mi 5.9
James L. Mulcahey Elementary School Taunton 4.4 mi 5.8
Bristol County Agricultural High Dighton 5.0 mi 7.6
Assawompset Elementary School Lakeville 5.0 mi 7.4
Dighton Elementary Dighton 5.2 mi 4.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02718 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$107,570

Median Home Value

$437,300

Median Rent

$1,683/mo

Population

7,125

College Educated

27.1%

Homeownership

88.9%

Avg Commute

31.6 min

Poverty Rate

10.8%

Median Age

39.6

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Masconomet Regional Middle School Boxford, MA 6.2
Ohrenberger School West Roxbury, MA 6.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Joseph H Martin

What grades does Joseph H Martin serve?

Joseph H Martin serves students in grades 5th through 7th.

How many students attend Joseph H Martin?

Joseph H Martin has an enrollment of approximately 648 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Joseph H Martin?

The student-teacher ratio at Joseph H Martin 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 H Martin rank in MA?

Joseph H Martin ranks #937 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Joseph H Martin's MySchoolScout rating?

Joseph H Martin has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 H Martin?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Joseph H Martin has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Joseph H Martin a charter school?

No, Joseph H Martin is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Joseph H Martin a Title I school?

No, Joseph H Martin is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
18 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
24 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 7th
Enrollment
648
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
45
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Bristol County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.1%

District

Taunton
District Enrollment
8,018
Schools in District
13
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,615
District Rank
#2 of 12

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