Serving 536 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, East Taunton Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 536 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Taunton Elementary School's student population of 536 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
536 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Year Founded
2024
School Calendar
School Mascot
Bulldogs
School Rankings
East Taunton Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Taunton Elementary School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#779 out of 1626 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
10%
25%
Black
20%
10%
White
62%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldogs
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Taunton Elementary School's ranking?
East Taunton Elementary School is ranked #779 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are East Taunton Elementary School often compared to?
East Taunton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Acushnet Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend East Taunton Elementary School?
536 students attend East Taunton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of East Taunton Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Taunton Elementary School?
East Taunton Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does East Taunton Elementary School offer ?
East Taunton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is East Taunton Elementary School part of?
East Taunton Elementary School is part of Taunton School District.
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