What types of schools are available in Taunton, Massachusetts?

Taunton, Massachusetts offers a variety of public schools including regular public schools and charter schools across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

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Best Schools in Taunton, Massachusetts

Q: How many schools are in Taunton, Massachusetts?

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

Q: What is the best elementary school in Taunton?

To find the highest-rated elementary schools in Taunton, Massachusetts, use our school listings above sorted by rating. Filter by "Elementary" level to compare test scores, student-teacher ratios, and parent reviews for each school.

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

Total Schools

Public & Charter Schools

8,435

Total Students

Across Taunton

14.4:1

Avg Student-Teacher Ratio

District average

12 schools found

Advanced Insights & Statistics

Dynamic metrics computed specifically for currently filtered schools

Academic Proficiency Averages

Math Assessment Score28%

ELA Assessment Score30%

🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.

Classroom Attention Ratio

Favorable Class Size (<15:1)8 Schools

Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)3 Schools

Larger Class Size (>20:1)1 Schools

💡 Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.

Filtered Quality Highlights

✓0% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
✓Largest student enrollment is 2,877 students at Taunton High.
✓Best student-teacher ratio is 11:1, offering optimal classroom attention.

🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.

Bristol-Plymouth Vocational Technical

publichighGrade 9-12

207 Hart Street, Taunton, MA 02780

480 Norton Avenue, Taunton, MA 02780

Benjamin Friedman Middle

publicmiddleGrade 5-7

500 Norton Avenue, Taunton, MA 02780

47 North Walker Street, Taunton, MA 02780

50 Williams Street, Taunton, MA 02780

215 Harris Street, Taunton, MA 02780

publicmiddleGrade 5-7

60 Williams Street, Taunton, MA 02780

James L. Mulcahey Elementary School

publicelementaryPK-4

28 Clifford Street, Taunton, MA 02780

15 Sheridan Street, Taunton, MA 02780

Edward F. Leddy Preschool

publicelementaryPK-PK

36 Second Street, Taunton, MA 02780

Taunton Alternative High School

publichighGrade 11-12

120 Cohannet Street, Taunton, MA 02780

Taunton Public Virtual Academy (Tpva)

publichighGrade 8-12

120 Cohannet Street, Taunton, MA 02780

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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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 9.0 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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