Serving 496 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Joseph C Chamberlain 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 496 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Joseph C Chamberlain's student population of 496 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
496 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Motto
Fostering a love of learning and guiding our students to find the joy in who they are becoming.
School Rankings
Joseph C Chamberlain ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Joseph C Chamberlain is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1130 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
12%
26%
Black
17%
10%
White
63%
51%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.2%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joseph C Chamberlain's ranking?
Joseph C Chamberlain is ranked #1130 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Joseph C Chamberlain often compared to?
Joseph C Chamberlainis often viewed alongside schools like Henri A. Yelle by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Joseph C Chamberlain?
496 students attend Joseph C Chamberlain.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Joseph C Chamberlain students are White, 17% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 6% 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 Joseph C Chamberlain?
Joseph C Chamberlain has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Joseph C Chamberlain offer ?
Joseph C Chamberlain offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Joseph C Chamberlain part of?
Joseph C Chamberlain is part of Taunton School District.
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