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Joseph W Martin JR Elementary

Elementary School · North Attleborough

37 Landry Avenue, North Attleborough, MA 02760

Enrollment

541

Student-Teacher

13.2:1

Score

3.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,717 of 1,793

In North Attleborough

#7 of 8

public schools

In district

#7 of 8

North Attleborough

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3.4/10

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About Joseph W Martin JR Elementary

Joseph W Martin JR Elementary is a public elementary school in North Attleborough, MA, part of North Attleborough. Joseph W Martin JR Elementary serves approximately 541 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Joseph W Martin JR Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,717 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Joseph W Martin JR Elementary show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.3 pts below district
  • This school 3.4 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.7
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress1.9Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-4.12 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.9Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency38% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency35.7% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-4.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-6.9 pts
Overall Proficiency37% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)51% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-13.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile31th
Resources & Environment5.0Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,674
Chronic Absenteeism11.8%

Joseph W Martin JR Elementary — Students at Joseph W Martin JR Elementary score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 55.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 58.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.6% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 82 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
76%
ELA
84%
2010
Math
71%
ELA
79%
2011
Math
68%
ELA
75%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
76%
2013
Math
71%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
66%
2015
Math
71%
ELA
66%
2016
Math
61%
ELA
60%
2017
Math
60%
ELA
73%
2018
Math
59.5%
ELA
72%
2019
Math
55.8%
ELA
65%
2020*
Math
50%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
52.3%
ELA
57.3%
2022
Math
50%
ELA
48.8%
2023
Math
49.7%
ELA
47.7%
2024
Math
44.7%
ELA
38%
2025
Math
38%
ELA
35.7%

* 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: 1.9/10.

How Joseph W Martin JR Elementary Compares

See how Joseph W Martin JR Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.4/10
4th percentile in MA
Academic
4.9/10
Below Average
Growth
1.9/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.0/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.8%

Location

37 Landry Avenue, North Attleborough, MA 02760

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Joseph W Martin JR Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Anna Ware Jackson (rated 8.8/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Plainville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Beatrice H Wood Elementary (rated 6.6/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Plainville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Community (rated 6.2/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in North Attleborough, see our North Attleborough schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Anna Ware Jackson Plainville 1.1 mi 8.8
DISCOVERY DAYCARE CENTER Plainville 1.0 mi
Beatrice H Wood Elementary Plainville 1.2 mi 6.6
North Attleborough Middle North Attleborough 1.2 mi 6.0
North Attleboro High North Attleborough 1.2 mi 5.3
LITTLE BLESSINGS PRESCHOOL Attleboro 1.9 mi
Falls North Attleborough 1.9 mi 5.5
BISHOP FEEHAN Attleboro 2.2 mi 4.4
North Attleborough Early Learning Center North Attleborough 1.9 mi 3.5
Community North Attleborough 2.3 mi 6.2
ST MARY-SACRED HEART SCHOOL North Attleboro 2.2 mi 5.1
Roosevelt Avenue North Attleborough 2.6 mi 5.0
Thomas Willett Elementary School Attleboro 3.5 mi 4.6
ST JOHN THE EVANGELIST SCHOOL Attleboro 3.5 mi 4.1
Amvet Boulevard North Attleborough 2.8 mi 3.2
AMEGO Attleboro 3.5 mi 7.3
Attleboro High Attleboro 4.0 mi 6.2
Attleboro Community Academy Attleboro 4.0 mi 2.6
Attleboro Virtual Academy Attleboro 4.0 mi 2.9
Cyril K. Brennan Middle School Attleboro 4.1 mi 5.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02760 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$109,350

Median Home Value

$458,300

Median Rent

$1,386/mo

Population

29,078

College Educated

45.6%

Homeownership

71.3%

Avg Commute

31.1 min

Poverty Rate

5.5%

Median Age

43.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Joseph W Martin JR Elementary

What grades does Joseph W Martin JR Elementary serve?

Joseph W Martin JR Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Joseph W Martin JR Elementary?

Joseph W Martin JR Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 541 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Joseph W Martin JR Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Joseph W Martin JR Elementary is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Joseph W Martin JR Elementary rank in MA?

Joseph W Martin JR Elementary ranks #1,717 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Joseph W Martin JR Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Joseph W Martin JR Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 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 Joseph W Martin JR Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Joseph W Martin JR Elementary has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Joseph W Martin JR Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Joseph W Martin JR Elementary a Title I school?

No, Joseph W Martin JR Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
15 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
18 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
541
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Bristol County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.8%

District

North Attleborough
District Enrollment
3,920
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,674
District Rank
#7 of 8

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