Below Average
#1591 of 1,793 schools in MA
Tisbury Elementary
Elementary School · Tisbury
40 West William Street Po Box 878, Vineyard Haven, MA 02568
Enrollment
271
Student-Teacher
6.9:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
271
Student-Teacher
6.9:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,591 of 1,793
School environment
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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Tisbury Elementary
Elementary School in Vineyard Haven · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Tisbury Elementary
Tisbury Elementary is a public elementary school in Vineyard Haven, MA, part of Tisbury. Tisbury Elementary serves approximately 271 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 6.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Tisbury Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,591 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Tisbury Elementary show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 6.9:1 students to teachers, Tisbury Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
34% of students at Tisbury Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Tisbury Elementary — Students at Tisbury Elementary score 35% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 118 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 1.9/10.
How Tisbury Elementary Compares
See how Tisbury Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
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 9.8/10, 10.3 miles away, in nearby Chilmark), which scores notably higher. Another option is North Falmouth Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 12.8 miles away, in nearby North Falmouth), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Kenneth Coombs School (rated 7.7/10, 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 | 8.2 |
| Oak Bluffs Elementary Oak Bluffs | 2.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Martha's Vineyard Charter Public School West Tisbury | 3.7 mi | 7.5 |
| West Tisbury Elementary West Tisbury | 4.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Mullen-Hall Falmouth | 7.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Lawrence Falmouth | 7.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Morse Pond School Falmouth | 7.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Edgartown Elementary Edgartown | 6.3 mi | 5.5 |
| FALMOUTH ACADEMY Falmouth | 7.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Teaticket East Falmouth | 8.0 mi | 7.1 |
| East Falmouth Elementary East Falmouth | 8.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Falmouth High Falmouth | 9.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Chilmark Elementary Chilmark | 10.3 mi | 9.8 |
| North Falmouth Elementary North Falmouth | 12.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Mashpee Middle-High School Mashpee | 12.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Kenneth Coombs School Mashpee | 13.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Quashnet School Mashpee | 13.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Forestdale School Sandwich | 17.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Old Rochester Regional Jr High Mattapoisett | 17.4 mi | 5.5 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Francis J McGrath Elementary Worcester, MA | 4.2 |
| John P Oldham Norwood, MA | 4.2 |
| Russell Elementary School Dorchester, MA | 4.2 |
| ST BRIDGET SCHOOL Abington, MA | 4.2 |
| ST PATRICK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Stoneham, MA | 4.2 |
| ALL SAINTS ACADEMY Webster, MA | 4.3 |
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 ranks #1,591 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Tisbury Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Tisbury Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Tisbury Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Tisbury Elementary has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
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
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.6%
- Phone
- (508) 696-6500
Resources & Links
District
Tisbury- District Enrollment
- 271
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $43,305
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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