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#934 of 1,793 schools in MA
South
Elementary School · Somerset
700 Read Street, Somerset, MA 02726
Enrollment
262
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
262
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#934 of 1,793
In Somerset
#4 of 5
public schools
In district
#3 of 4
Somerset
School environment
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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South
Elementary School in Somerset · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Somerset Middle School
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About South
South is a public elementary school in Somerset, MA, part of Somerset. South serves approximately 262 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. South has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #934 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for South show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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South — Students at South score 45% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 82 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 5.2/10.
How South Compares
See how South performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
700 Read Street, Somerset, MA 02726
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering South may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. James Tansey (rated 7.6/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Fall River), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST MICHAEL SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Fall River), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Chace Street (rated 6.3/10, 2.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Somerset, see our Somerset schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Somerset Middle School Somerset | 0.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Somerset Berkley Regional High School Somerset | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| THE MEADOWRIDGE ACADEMY Swansea | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| ST MICHAEL SCHOOL Fall River | 1.4 mi | 6.5 |
| SWANSEA WOOD SCHOOL Swansea | 1.4 mi | 7.7 |
| STEVENS CHILDRENS HOME Swansea | 1.4 mi | — |
| Morton Middle Fall River | 1.7 mi | 4.6 |
| ANTIOCH SCHOOL Fall River | 2.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Stone PK-12 School Fall River | 2.1 mi | 4.8 |
| Joseph Case Jr High Swansea | 1.7 mi | 6.9 |
| FALL RIVER DEACONESS HOME SCHOOL Fall River | 2.1 mi | — |
| Chace Street Somerset | 2.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Elizabeth S Brown Swansea | 1.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Resiliency Preparatory Academy Fall River | 2.3 mi | 6.0 |
| HOLY NAME SCHOOL Fall River | 2.1 mi | 4.5 |
| John J Doran Fall River | 2.6 mi | 5.4 |
| MASTERY SCHOOL OF INDEPENDENT LEARNING Fall River | 2.5 mi | 5.8 |
| James Tansey Fall River | 2.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Gardner Swansea | 2.1 mi | 4.4 |
| Joseph Case High Swansea | 2.2 mi | 6.6 |
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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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about South
What grades does South serve?
South serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend South?
South has an enrollment of approximately 262 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at South?
The student-teacher ratio at South is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does South rank in MA?
South ranks #934 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is South's MySchoolScout rating?
South 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 South?
Based on loaded state assessment records, South has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is South a charter school?
No, South is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is South a Title I school?
No, South is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 262
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bristol County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.2%
- Phone
- (508) 324-3180
Resources & Links
District
Somerset- District Enrollment
- 1,597
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,606
- District Rank
- #3 of 4
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