Serving 321 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, West Tisbury 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 50% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 321 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Tisbury Elementary School's student population of 321 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
321 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
West Tisbury 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 West Tisbury Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#733 out of 1626 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
3%
n/a
Hispanic
17%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
71%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 26-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 West Tisbury Elementary School's ranking?
West Tisbury Elementary School is ranked #733 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are West Tisbury Elementary School often compared to?
West Tisbury Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chilmark Elementary School, Martha's Vineyard Charter Public School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend West Tisbury Elementary School?
321 students attend West Tisbury Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of West Tisbury Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Tisbury Elementary School?
West Tisbury Elementary School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does West Tisbury Elementary School offer ?
West Tisbury Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Tisbury Elementary School part of?
West Tisbury Elementary School is part of Up-Island Regional School District.
In what neighborhood is West Tisbury Elementary School located?
West Tisbury Elementary School is located in the Vineyard Haven neighborhood of West Tisbury, MA.
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