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Best Schools in Taunton, Massachusetts

Compare 12 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

12
Total Schools
Public & Charter Schools
8,435
Total Students
Across Taunton
14.4:1
Avg Student-Teacher Ratio
District average
12 schools found
Bristol-Plymouth Vocational Technical
publichighGrade 9-12
207 Hart Street, Taunton, MA 02780
4.7
Rating
Students
1,335
Student-Teacher
13:1
ELA Proficiency
48%
Math Proficiency
46%
Joseph C Chamberlain
publicelementaryPK-4
480 Norton Avenue, Taunton, MA 02780
3.5
Rating
Students
496
Student-Teacher
13:1
ELA Proficiency
32%
Math Proficiency
37%
Benjamin Friedman Middle
publicmiddleGrade 5-7
500 Norton Avenue, Taunton, MA 02780
3.3
Rating
Students
701
Student-Teacher
15:1
ELA Proficiency
42%
Math Proficiency
23%
Edmund Hatch Bennett
publicelementaryK-4
47 North Walker Street, Taunton, MA 02780
3
Rating
Students
313
Student-Teacher
13:1
ELA Proficiency
27%
Math Proficiency
32%
Taunton High
publichighGrade 8-12
50 Williams Street, Taunton, MA 02780
3
Rating
Students
2,877
Student-Teacher
16:1
ELA Proficiency
33%
Math Proficiency
27%
Elizabeth Pole
publicelementaryPK-4
215 Harris Street, Taunton, MA 02780
2.5
Rating
Students
635
Student-Teacher
13:1
ELA Proficiency
23%
Math Proficiency
26%
John F Parker Middle
publicmiddleGrade 5-7
60 Williams Street, Taunton, MA 02780
2.3
Rating
Students
517
Student-Teacher
14:1
ELA Proficiency
25%
Math Proficiency
20%
James L. Mulcahey Elementary School
publicelementaryPK-4
28 Clifford Street, Taunton, MA 02780
2.1
Rating
Students
898
Student-Teacher
14:1
ELA Proficiency
19%
Math Proficiency
22%
H H Galligan
publicelementaryK-4
15 Sheridan Street, Taunton, MA 02780
2
Rating
Students
286
Student-Teacher
11:1
ELA Proficiency
17%
Math Proficiency
22%
Edward F. Leddy Preschool
publicelementaryPK-PK
36 Second Street, Taunton, MA 02780
0
Rating
Students
245
Student-Teacher
22:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Taunton Alternative High School
publichighGrade 11-12
120 Cohannet Street, Taunton, MA 02780
0
Rating
Students
74
Student-Teacher
15:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Taunton Public Virtual Academy (Tpva)
publichighGrade 8-12
120 Cohannet Street, Taunton, MA 02780
0
Rating
Students
58
Student-Teacher
14:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%

Detailed Overview of Schools in Taunton

Taunton, Massachusetts is home to 12 schools serving over 8,435 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels. The district offers a mix of public, charter, and private institutions with strong academic programs and diverse extracurricular activities.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. See methodology →
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School Insights

Metrics for currently filtered schools

Academic Proficiency

Math28%
ELA30%

Students meeting state proficiency standards

Class Size Distribution

Small (<15:1)8
Moderate (15-20:1)3
Large (>20:1)1

Smaller classes allow more individual attention

Highlights

  • 0% of schools rated 8/10 or above
  • 2,877 students at Taunton High
  • Best ratio: 11:1

Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Taunton, Massachusetts?

There are 12 schools in Taunton, serving 8,435 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the best elementary school in Taunton?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Taunton include schools with ratings of 3.5 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.

What is the average student-teacher ratio in Taunton?

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Taunton is 14.4:1.

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