Serving 502 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Alfred J Gomes 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 11% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 502 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alfred J Gomes ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Alfred J Gomes's student population of 502 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
502 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Alfred J Gomes ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,644 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alfred J Gomes is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1477 out of 1644 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
71%
23%
Black
13%
10%
White
14%
56%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alfred J Gomes's ranking?
Alfred J Gomes is ranked #1477 out of 1,644 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MA state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MA state average).
How many students attend Alfred J Gomes?
502 students attend Alfred J Gomes.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Alfred J Gomes students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alfred J Gomes?
Alfred J Gomes has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Alfred J Gomes offer ?
Alfred J Gomes offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Alfred J Gomes part of?
Alfred J Gomes is part of New Bedford School District.
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