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#278 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 15% in state

North Elementary

Elementary School · Somerset

580 Whetstone Hill Road, Somerset, MA 02726

Enrollment

464

Student-Teacher

12.5:1

Score

8.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#278 of 1,793

In Somerset

#1 of 5

public schools

In district

#1 of 4

Somerset

Academic growth

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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North Elementary

8.2/10

Elementary School in Somerset · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Chace Street

6.3/10

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6.4/10

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About North Elementary

North Elementary is a public elementary school in Somerset, MA, part of Somerset. North Elementary serves approximately 464 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. North Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #278 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for North Elementary show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.3 pts above district
  • This school 8.2 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.9
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.2Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change+0.13 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics7.2Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency46.7% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency49.3% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+4.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+6.7 pts
Overall Proficiency48% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+0.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile59th
Resources & Environment7.0Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,606
Chronic Absenteeism14%

North Elementary — Students at North Elementary score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 41.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 52.0% (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

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
54%
ELA
64%
2010
Math
54%
ELA
59%
2011
Math
54%
ELA
58%
2012
Math
59%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
61%
ELA
68%
2014
Math
59%
ELA
68%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
75%
2016
Math
31%
ELA
43%
2017
Math
39%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
38.3%
ELA
48.5%
2019
Math
38.8%
ELA
45.5%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
63%
2021*
Math
25.8%
ELA
63.8%
2022
Math
36.3%
ELA
44.5%
2023
Math
43.3%
ELA
46.7%
2024
Math
35.7%
ELA
37%
2025
Math
46.7%
ELA
49.3%

* 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: 9.2/10.

How North Elementary Compares

See how North Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.2/10
85th percentile in MA
Academic
7.2/10
Very Good
Growth
9.2/10
Excellent
Environment
7.0/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.0%

Location

580 Whetstone Hill Road, Somerset, MA 02726

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering North Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. James Tansey (rated 7.6/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Fall River), with a comparable rating. Another option is ST MICHAEL SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Fall River), a more accessible option. Additionally, Chace Street (rated 6.3/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Somerset, see our Somerset schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Chace Street Somerset 1.0 mi 6.3
Somerset Berkley Regional High School Somerset 2.5 mi 6.4
Somerset Middle School Somerset 2.8 mi 5.8
South Somerset 3.0 mi 6.2
THE MEADOWRIDGE ACADEMY Swansea 2.7 mi 6.5
SWANSEA WOOD SCHOOL Swansea 2.9 mi 7.7
STEVENS CHILDRENS HOME Swansea 3.0 mi
ST MICHAEL SCHOOL Fall River 3.8 mi 6.5
Joseph Case Jr High Swansea 3.1 mi 6.9
North End Elementary Fall River 3.6 mi 3.9
CRYSTAL SPRINGS INC. Assonet 3.0 mi 6.4
Elizabeth S Brown Swansea 3.3 mi 4.8
Joseph Case High Swansea 3.2 mi 6.6
James Tansey Fall River 4.1 mi 7.6
Morton Middle Fall River 4.3 mi 4.6
Dighton Middle School Dighton 4.1 mi 7.0
Dighton Elementary Dighton 4.2 mi 4.6
B M C Durfee High Fall River 4.4 mi 5.3
HOLY NAME SCHOOL Fall River 4.5 mi 4.5
Bristol County Agricultural High Dighton 4.3 mi 7.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02726 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$110,427

Median Home Value

$389,300

Median Rent

$1,316/mo

Population

15,946

College Educated

37%

Homeownership

82.7%

Avg Commute

30.2 min

Poverty Rate

5.5%

Median Age

46.9

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Ambrose Elementary Winchester, MA 8.2
Annie E Fales Westborough, MA 8.2
Barnstable Community Innovation School Hyannis, MA 8.2
Bournedale Elementary School Bournedale, MA 8.2
Brackett Arlington, MA 8.2
Center Elementary Hanover, MA 8.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about North Elementary

What grades does North Elementary serve?

North Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend North Elementary?

North Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 464 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at North Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at North Elementary is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does North Elementary rank in MA?

North Elementary ranks #278 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is North Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

North Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 North Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, North Elementary has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is North Elementary a charter school?

No, North Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is North Elementary a Title I school?

No, North Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
21 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
464
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Bristol County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.0%

District

Somerset
District Enrollment
1,597
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,606
District Rank
#1 of 4

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