Serving 306 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, East Fairhaven ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 306 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Fairhaven ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
East Fairhaven's student population of 306 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
306 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
East Fairhaven ranks within the top 30% of all 1,644 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Fairhaven is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#413 out of 1644 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
6%
23%
Black
2%
10%
White
84%
56%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Fairhaven's ranking?
East Fairhaven is ranked #413 out of 1,644 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are East Fairhaven often compared to?
East Fairhavenis often viewed alongside schools like Leroy Wood by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MA state average).
How many students attend East Fairhaven?
306 students attend East Fairhaven.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of East Fairhaven students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Fairhaven?
East Fairhaven has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does East Fairhaven offer ?
East Fairhaven offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is East Fairhaven part of?
East Fairhaven is part of Fairhaven School District.
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