Serving 280 students in grades Kindergarten-5, James Tansey ranks in the top 50% 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 280 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: James Tansey School serves the west part of Fall River, MA, covering an area of approximately 1 square mile. Families in this zone typically live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge being about 0.9 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
James Tansey ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
James Tansey's student population of 280 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
280 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
James Tansey 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 James Tansey is 0.60, 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
#719 out of 1626 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
60%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.9%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is James Tansey's ranking?
James Tansey is ranked #719 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are James Tansey often compared to?
James Tanseyis often viewed alongside schools like Spencer Borden, North End Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend James Tansey?
280 students attend James Tansey.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of James Tansey students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of James Tansey?
James Tansey has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does James Tansey offer ?
James Tansey offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is James Tansey part of?
James Tansey is part of Fall River School District.
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