Serving 539 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Casimir Pulaski 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 28% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (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 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 539 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Casimir Pulaski ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Casimir Pulaski's student population of 539 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
539 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Casimir Pulaski 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 Casimir Pulaski is 0.49, 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
#962 out of 1644 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
18%
23%
Black
6%
10%
White
69%
56%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
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)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Casimir Pulaski's ranking?
Casimir Pulaski is ranked #962 out of 1,644 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Casimir Pulaski often compared to?
Casimir Pulaskiis often viewed alongside schools like Elwyn G Campbell, Albert F Ford Middle School, Sgt Wm H Carney Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MA state average).
How many students attend Casimir Pulaski?
539 students attend Casimir Pulaski.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Casimir Pulaski students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Casimir Pulaski?
Casimir Pulaski has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Casimir Pulaski offer ?
Casimir Pulaski offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Casimir Pulaski part of?
Casimir Pulaski is part of New Bedford School District.
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