Serving 613 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sgt Wm H Carney Academy 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 12% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 613 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sgt Wm H Carney Academy's student population of 613 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
613 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Rankings
Sgt Wm H Carney Academy 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 Sgt Wm H Carney Academy is 0.71, 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
#1435 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
41%
25%
Black
21%
10%
White
28%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
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 Sgt Wm H Carney Academy's ranking?
Sgt Wm H Carney Academy is ranked #1435 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Sgt Wm H Carney Academy often compared to?
Sgt Wm H Carney Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Thomas R Rodman, Albert F Ford Middle School, Casimir Pulaski by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Sgt Wm H Carney Academy?
613 students attend Sgt Wm H Carney Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Sgt Wm H Carney Academy students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 21% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sgt Wm H Carney Academy?
Sgt Wm H Carney Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Sgt Wm H Carney Academy offer ?
Sgt Wm H Carney Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sgt Wm H Carney Academy part of?
Sgt Wm H Carney Academy is part of New Bedford School District.
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