Serving 598 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mary Fonseca Elementary School 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 12% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 598 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mary Fonseca Elementary School serves the west part of Fall River, MA, covering an area of approximately 2.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.7 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mary Fonseca Elementary School's student population of 598 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
598 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
The mission of the Fall River Public Schools is to provide a value-added, high quality, all-encompassing educational experience, ensuring preparation for successful transition to college and/or career.
School Rankings
Mary Fonseca Elementary School 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 Mary Fonseca Elementary School is 0.68, which is more 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
#1550 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
44%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
17%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
31%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 17-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 Mary Fonseca Elementary School's ranking?
Mary Fonseca Elementary School is ranked #1550 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Mary Fonseca Elementary School often compared to?
Mary Fonseca Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like William S Greene, James Tansey by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Mary Fonseca Elementary School?
598 students attend Mary Fonseca Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Mary Fonseca Elementary School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 17% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mary Fonseca Elementary School?
Mary Fonseca Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Mary Fonseca Elementary School offer ?
Mary Fonseca Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mary Fonseca Elementary School part of?
Mary Fonseca Elementary School is part of Fall River School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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