Serving 325 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 47% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). 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 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 325 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Tisbury Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
West Tisbury Elementary School's student population of 325 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
325 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Rankings
West Tisbury Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Tisbury Elementary School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#754 out of 1631 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
American Indian
4%
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
18%
25%
Black
2%
10%
White
70%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Tisbury Elementary School's ranking?
West Tisbury Elementary School is ranked #754 out of 1,631 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?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% 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?
325 students attend West Tisbury Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of West Tisbury Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% 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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