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Tisbury Elementary

Elementary School · Tisbury

40 West William Street Po Box 878, Vineyard Haven, MA 02568

Enrollment

271

Student-Teacher

6.9:1

Score

5.4

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts elementary schools

#701 of 1,022

School environment

9.8 / 10

Exceptional

About Tisbury Elementary

Tisbury Elementary serves 271 students in grades PK through 8th in Vineyard Haven, Massachusetts. With 39 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains an exceptionally low student-teacher ratio of 6.9:1, allowing for individualized attention and small class sizes that many families find appealing. The school demonstrates solid academic performance, earning a 7.0 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranking in the 78th percentile statewide at #397 out of 1,796 Massachusetts schools.

Students show consistent achievement across core subjects, with 57% reaching proficiency or above in English Language Arts and 55% meeting proficiency standards in mathematics. Tisbury Elementary draws families from a stable community where the median household income is $77,078 and 39% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher. The area maintains a low poverty rate of 7.2%, though housing costs reflect the desirability of the location, with median home values reaching $880,700.

As a regular public elementary school, Tisbury Elementary provides a comprehensive educational foundation for students from pre-kindergarten through middle school years. The school is situated in Vineyard Haven, a town on the fringe of an urban area that offers families both community charm and access to broader educational and cultural opportunities.

What Parents Should Know

With a student-teacher ratio of 6.9:1, Tisbury Elementary offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.0Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data6
Annual Change-4.08 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.2Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency57%
Reading/ELA Proficiency47%
Math vs. State Avg+14.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+4.4 pts
Overall Proficiency52%
Expected (poverty-adj.)41%
vs. Expected+11.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile72th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment9.8Exceptional20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio6.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$39,259

Tisbury Elementary — Students at Tisbury Elementary score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

0.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 51.6%
School
State
41.5%
ELA Proficiency 47.4%
School
State
44.4%

Based on 96 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2019
Math
61%
ELA
66.1%
2021*
Math
46.1%
ELA
55%
2022
Math
58%
ELA
46%
2023
Math
52.8%
ELA
38.8%
2024
Math
56%
ELA
35.5%
2025
Math
34.2%
ELA
39%

* 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: 2.0/10.

How Tisbury Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
5.4/10
29th percentile in MA
Academic
8.2/10
8.2/10
Growth
2.0/10
Below average
Environment
9.8/10
Above average

Location

40 West William Street Po Box 878, Vineyard Haven, MA 02568

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Tisbury Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Chilmark Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 10.3 miles away, in nearby Chilmark), which scores notably higher. Another option is North Falmouth Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 12.8 miles away, in nearby North Falmouth), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Kenneth Coombs School (rated 7.5/10, 13.1 miles away, in nearby Mashpee), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Vineyard Haven, see our Vineyard Haven schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 17.4 mi
School Distance Rating
VINEYARD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Vineyard Haven 0.7 mi 6.8
Martha's Vineyard Regional High Oak Bluffs 2.5 mi 9.0
Oak Bluffs Elementary Oak Bluffs 2.2 mi 6.8
Martha's Vineyard Charter Public School West Tisbury 3.7 mi 8.7
West Tisbury Elementary West Tisbury 4.4 mi 7.0
Mullen-Hall Falmouth 7.0 mi 5.9
Lawrence Falmouth 7.1 mi 5.7
Morse Pond School Falmouth 7.4 mi 7.7
Edgartown Elementary Edgartown 6.3 mi 5.4
FALMOUTH ACADEMY Falmouth 7.5 mi 6.6
Teaticket East Falmouth 8.0 mi 6.5
East Falmouth Elementary East Falmouth 8.9 mi 7.0
Falmouth High Falmouth 9.5 mi 7.1
Chilmark Elementary Chilmark 10.3 mi 9.1
North Falmouth Elementary North Falmouth 12.8 mi 7.9
Mashpee Middle-High School Mashpee 12.4 mi 6.8
Kenneth Coombs School Mashpee 13.1 mi 7.5
Quashnet School Mashpee 13.2 mi 3.9
Forestdale School Sandwich 17.7 mi 7.5
Old Rochester Regional Jr High Mattapoisett 17.4 mi 5.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02568 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$93,615

Median Home Value

$911,300

Median Rent

$1,172/mo

Population

8,829

College Educated

45.5%

Homeownership

67.4%

Poverty Rate

3.6%

Median Age

45.1

Community Profile

The community surrounding Tisbury Elementary has a median household income of $93,615. It is a well-educated community where 46% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $911,300, with a median rent of $1,172/month. The local poverty rate of 3.6% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Tisbury Elementary

What grades does Tisbury Elementary serve?

Tisbury Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Tisbury Elementary?

Tisbury Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 271 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Tisbury Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Tisbury Elementary is 6.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Tisbury Elementary rank in MA?

Tisbury Elementary is ranked #1265 out of 1,791 schools in MA.

What is Tisbury Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Tisbury Elementary has a composite rating of 5.4 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Tisbury Elementary?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Tisbury Elementary has 51.6% math proficiency and 47.4% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Tisbury Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Tisbury Elementary a Title I school?

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

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
271
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
39
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Dukes County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Tisbury
District Enrollment
271
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$43,305
District Rank
#1 of 1

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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