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 (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 582 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: 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)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
582 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Calendar
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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1561 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
39%
26%
Black
16%
10%
White
34%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.2%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
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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