East Taunton Elementary School

Serving 564 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 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 564 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 40%
  • : Top 50% in MA
  • : 45-49% (Top 50%)
  • : 42% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

School Overview

East Taunton Elementary School's student population of 564 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
564 students

Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers

Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓

Year Founded
2024
School Calendar

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 0.58, 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.
This School
State Level (MA)
#779 out of 1626 schools
(Top 50%)

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

45-49%
42%

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

42%
44%

Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓

Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1

Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓

Asian
1%
8%

Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓

Hispanic
10%
26%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓

Black
22%
10%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓

White
60%
51%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓

Two or more races
7%
5%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓

All Ethnic Groups
40%
0.58

Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓

(22-23)
19.2%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
34%

Showing 2011–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%

Showing 2011–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓

School Statewide Testing
School District Name

Sports

Colors
Bulldog Blue and Gold
School Mascot
Bulldogs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

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?
564 students attend East Taunton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of East Taunton Elementary School students are White, 22% 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 13:1, which is higher than 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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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 564 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 40%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 45-49% (Top 50%)
  • : 42% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

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