Serving 602 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Elizabeth Pole 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 35% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (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 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 602 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elizabeth Pole's student population of 602 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
602 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Elizabeth Pole 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 Elizabeth Pole is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1216 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
16%
25%
Black
28%
10%
White
46%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elizabeth Pole's ranking?
Elizabeth Pole is ranked #1216 out of 1,626 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?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Elizabeth Pole?
602 students attend Elizabeth Pole.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Elizabeth Pole students are White, 28% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 8% 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 Elizabeth Pole?
Elizabeth Pole has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Elizabeth Pole offer ?
Elizabeth Pole offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Elizabeth Pole part of?
Elizabeth Pole is part of Taunton School District.
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