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Westport Elementary

Elementary School · Westport

380 Old County Rd, Westport, MA 02790

Enrollment

448

Student-Teacher

12.4:1

Score

6.2

Grades

1st – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#943 of 1,793

In Westport

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#1 of 3

Westport

School environment

8.2 / 10

Excellent

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Westport Elementary

6.2/10

Elementary School in Westport · grades 1st – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Westport Middle-high School

4.6/10

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4.7/10

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About Westport Elementary

Westport Elementary is a public elementary school in Westport, MA, part of Westport. Westport Elementary serves approximately 448 students, and covers grades 1st-4th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Westport Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #943 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Westport Elementary show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • District avg 5.5
  • MA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Westport Elementary sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.9Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-1.81 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.3Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42.5% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency33.5% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+0.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-9.1 pts
Overall Proficiency38% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-11.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile34th
Resources & Environment8.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,097
Chronic Absenteeism9.4%

Westport Elementary — Students at Westport Elementary score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 49.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 48.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
46.0% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)

Based on 64 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
68%
ELA
65%
2010
Math
58%
ELA
63%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2012
Math
66%
ELA
53%
2013
Math
66%
ELA
59%
2014
Math
66%
ELA
64%
2015
Math
69%
ELA
73%
2016
Math
58%
ELA
48%
2017
Math
55%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
51.8%
2020*
Math
40%
ELA
50%
2021*
Math
40%
ELA
49.8%
2022
Math
44%
ELA
36.3%
2023
Math
47.5%
ELA
31.5%
2024
Math
45%
ELA
36.5%
2025
Math
42.5%
ELA
33.5%

* 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: 5.9/10.

How Westport Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
6.2/10
48th percentile in MA
Academic
5.3/10
Average
Growth
5.9/10
Average
Environment
8.2/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.4%

Location

380 Old County Rd, Westport, MA 02790

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Westport Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ranger School (rated 8.5/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Tiverton), which scores notably higher. Another option is George H Potter (rated 7.6/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby North Dartmouth), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Samuel Watson (rated 7.3/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Fall River), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Westport, see our Westport schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Westport Middle-High School Westport 0.2 mi 4.6
Alice A Macomber Westport 2.1 mi 4.7
George H Potter North Dartmouth 3.3 mi 7.6
MEETING STREET/THE SCHWARTZ CENTER North Dartmouth 4.0 mi 7.7
KIDDIE KAMPUS North Dartmouth 4.1 mi
FRIENDS ACADEMY North Dartmouth 4.3 mi 6.9
Samuel Watson Fall River 5.3 mi 7.3
Atlantis Charter School Fall River 5.1 mi 4.5
Talbot Innovation School Fall River 5.7 mi 6.8
Dartmouth High Dartmouth 5.0 mi 7.2
EAST GATE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fall River 5.7 mi 6.0
ESPIRITO SANTO PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Fall River 5.6 mi 4.9
Tiverton Middle School Tiverton 4.9 mi 5.7
Diman Regional Vocational Technical High Fall River 6.0 mi 6.3
BISHOP STANG HIGH SCHOOL North Dartmouth 5.1 mi 4.3
Ranger School Tiverton 5.2 mi 8.5
THE MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF THE ANGELS, INC Fall River 6.2 mi 4.5
Tiverton High School Tiverton 5.2 mi 8.5
Dartmouth Middle North Dartmouth 5.2 mi 8.0
Letourneau Elementary School Fall River 5.7 mi 5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02790 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$100,617

Median Home Value

$476,000

Median Rent

$1,313/mo

Population

16,725

College Educated

29.9%

Homeownership

84.1%

Avg Commute

29.3 min

Poverty Rate

6.4%

Median Age

49.6

Similar Schools

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Briggs Elementary Ashburnham, MA 6.2
Community North Attleborough, MA 6.2
Israel Loring School Sudbury, MA 6.2
Martin Luther King Jr. Charter School of Excellence Springfield, MA 6.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Westport Elementary

What grades does Westport Elementary serve?

Westport Elementary serves students in grades 1st through 4th.

How many students attend Westport Elementary?

Westport Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 448 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Westport Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Westport Elementary is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Westport Elementary rank in MA?

Westport Elementary ranks #943 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Westport Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Westport Elementary 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 Westport Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Westport Elementary has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Westport Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Westport Elementary a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
15 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
1st – 4th
Enrollment
448
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Bristol County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.4%

District

Westport
District Enrollment
1,506
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,097
District Rank
#1 of 3

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