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Ralph Talbot

Elementary School · Weymouth

277 Ralph Talbot Street, South Weymouth, MA 02190

Enrollment

297

Student-Teacher

12.9:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,006 of 1,793

In South Weymouth

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#6 of 11

Weymouth

Equity

7.2 / 10

Very Good

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Ralph Talbot

6.0/10

Elementary School in South Weymouth · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Weymouth High School

6.0/10

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6.6/10

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About Ralph Talbot

Ralph Talbot is a public elementary school in South Weymouth, MA, part of Weymouth. Ralph Talbot serves approximately 297 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Ralph Talbot has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,006 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Ralph Talbot show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • District avg 6.1
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.6Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-1.93 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.8Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency51.3% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency40.7% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+9.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-1.9 pts
Overall Proficiency46% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-2.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile54th
Resources & Environment5.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,436
Chronic Absenteeism14.1%

Ralph Talbot — Students at Ralph Talbot score 46% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 50.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
41.8% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 52.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.8% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)

Based on 72 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
72%
2010
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
69%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
39%
ELA
51%
2022
Math
39.5%
ELA
38.3%
2023
Math
46%
ELA
43%
2024
Math
53.7%
ELA
45.7%
2025
Math
51.3%
ELA
40.7%

* 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: 5.6/10.

How Ralph Talbot Compares

See how Ralph Talbot performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.0/10
44th percentile in MA
Academic
6.8/10
Average
Growth
5.6/10
Average
Environment
5.9/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.1%

Location

277 Ralph Talbot Street, South Weymouth, MA 02190

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ralph Talbot may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Plymouth River (rated 9.5/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Hingham), which scores notably higher. Another option is Academy Avenue (rated 8.1/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Weymouth), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Phelps Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Rockland), which scores notably higher. For more schools in South Weymouth, see our South Weymouth schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Weymouth High School Weymouth 0.6 mi 6.0
Thomas W. Hamilton Primary School South Weymouth 0.7 mi 6.6
William Seach Weymouth 1.5 mi 3.6
Thomas V Nash Weymouth 1.3 mi 5.6
FIRST BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Weymouth 1.4 mi 5.4
FUSION HINGHAM Hingham 1.5 mi
OLD COLONY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Hingham 1.7 mi 5.3
Frederick C Murphy Weymouth 2.4 mi 4.7
Lawrence W Pingree Weymouth 2.9 mi 6.8
Academy Avenue Weymouth 3.0 mi 8.1
Maria Weston Chapman Middle School Weymouth 3.1 mi 6.6
NOTRE DAME ACADEMY Hingham 2.5 mi 4.4
Plymouth River Hingham 2.9 mi 9.5
Hingham Middle School Hingham 2.5 mi 8.6
SOUTH SHORE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Weymouth 3.1 mi 8.3
Phelps Elementary School Rockland 3.4 mi 8.0
THE ACCORD SCHOOL Norwell 2.6 mi
Rockland Senior High Rockland 3.4 mi 7.0
John W Rogers Middle Rockland 3.4 mi 6.1
Archie T Morrison Braintree 3.3 mi 6.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02190 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$99,024

Median Home Value

$554,900

Median Rent

$2,012/mo

Population

19,029

College Educated

47.5%

Homeownership

69.7%

Avg Commute

36.2 min

Poverty Rate

5.9%

Median Age

40.8

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Benjamin J Phelps Agawam, MA 6.0
Glenwood Springfield, MA 6.0
Greenmont Avenue Dracut, MA 6.0
James Fitzgerald Elementary School Waltham, MA 6.0
O'Donnell Elementary School East Boston, MA 6.0
Tynan Elementary School South Boston, MA 6.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ralph Talbot

What grades does Ralph Talbot serve?

Ralph Talbot serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Ralph Talbot?

Ralph Talbot has an enrollment of approximately 297 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ralph Talbot?

The student-teacher ratio at Ralph Talbot is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ralph Talbot rank in MA?

Ralph Talbot ranks #1,006 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Ralph Talbot's MySchoolScout rating?

Ralph Talbot has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Ralph Talbot?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ralph Talbot has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Ralph Talbot a charter school?

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

Is Ralph Talbot a Title I school?

No, Ralph Talbot is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
22 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
297
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Norfolk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.1%

District

Weymouth
District Enrollment
5,641
Schools in District
11
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,436
District Rank
#6 of 11

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