Serving 623 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Alfred J Gomes ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 623 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Alfred J Gomes serves the southeast part of New Bedford, MA, covering an area of approximately 1.2 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alfred J Gomes's student population of 623 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
623 students
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
School Rankings
Alfred J Gomes ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alfred J Gomes is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1472 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
72%
26%
Black
15%
10%
White
10%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alfred J Gomes's ranking?
Alfred J Gomes is ranked #1472 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Alfred J Gomes?
623 students attend Alfred J Gomes.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Alfred J Gomes students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 10% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alfred J Gomes?
Alfred J Gomes has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Alfred J Gomes offer ?
Alfred J Gomes offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Alfred J Gomes part of?
Alfred J Gomes is part of New Bedford School District.
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