Talbot Innovation School

124 Melrose Street
Fall River, MA 02723
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Serving 582 students in grades 6-8, Talbot Innovation 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 12% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 582 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 66%
  • : Bottom 50% in MA
  • : 12% (Btm 50%)
  • : 12% (Btm 50%)
  • : 6-9% (Btm 50%)
  • : Talbot Innovation School serves the southwest part of Fall River, MA, covering an area of approximately 8.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 6.2 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Talbot Innovation School's student population of 582 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
582 students

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers

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

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School Rankings

Talbot Innovation 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 Talbot Innovation School is 0.71, 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.
This School
State Level (MA)
#1561 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)

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

12%
42%

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

12%
44%

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

6-9%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
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
39%
26%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Black
16%
10%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

White
34%
51%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Two or more races
8%
5%

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

All Ethnic Groups
66%
0.71

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

(22-23)
29.2%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
34%

Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%

Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓

School Statewide Testing
School District Name

Sports

Colors
Black, Gold, and White
School Mascot
Bengal Tiger
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Talbot Innovation School's ranking?
Talbot Innovation School is ranked #1561 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Talbot Innovation School often compared to?
Talbot Innovation Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Morton Middle School 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 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Talbot Innovation School?
582 students attend Talbot Innovation School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Talbot Innovation School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 16% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Talbot Innovation School?
Talbot Innovation School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Talbot Innovation School offer ?
Talbot Innovation School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Talbot Innovation School part of?
Talbot Innovation School is part of Fall River School District.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 582 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 66%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 12% (Btm 50%)
  • : 12% (Btm 50%)
  • : 6-9% (Btm 50%)
  • : Talbot Innovation School serves the southwest part of Fall River, MA, covering an area of approximately 8.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 6.2 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

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