C- Top 84%

John J Doran School

Grades PK-08 FALL RIVER, MA

Moved up 30 places from 2024 to 2025

#297 State Rank
C- District Grade
101 Fountain Street, FALL RIVER, MA 02721
Diverse
Rating sources & methodology MCAS scores from 2025 Data updated September 2026
524 Students
92.6% Attendance Rate
32 Composite Score

MCAS score comparisons

Students meeting or exceeding expectations · 2025 results

Each subject shows the average of published grade percentages, without weighting by enrollment. The bars compare available years on a 0–100% scale. Grade coverage and student groups can change between years.

CIV

16% Meeting or exceeding expectations

English Language Arts

22.2% Meeting or exceeding expectations

3% exceeding expectations

2023 25.3% 25.3%
2024 23.5% 23.5%
2025 22.2% 22.2%

Mathematics

20.8% Meeting or exceeding expectations

3.5% exceeding expectations

2023 25.3% 25.3%
2024 21.7% 21.7%
2025 20.8% 20.8%

Science

16% Meeting or exceeding expectations

2% exceeding expectations

2023 21.5% 21.5%
2024 14.5% 14.5%
2025 16% 16%
View published results by year and grade
Available grade results for the latest 3 published years. An em dash means the value was not published.
YearSubjectGradeMeeting+Exceeding
2025CIV08 16%—
2025English Language Arts03 12%—
2025English Language Arts04 18%—
2025English Language Arts05 14%—
2025English Language Arts06 30%4%
2025English Language Arts07 25%—
2025English Language Arts08 34%2%
2025Mathematics03 12%—
2025Mathematics04 24%—
2025Mathematics05 18%2%
2025Mathematics06 26%—
2025Mathematics07 13%—
2025Mathematics08 32%5%
2025Science05 18%2%
2025Science08 14%—
2024English Language Arts03 11%—
2024English Language Arts04 27%—
2024English Language Arts05 29%4%
2024English Language Arts06 24%2%
2024English Language Arts07 19%2%
2024English Language Arts08 31%9%
2024Mathematics03 15%—
2024Mathematics04 22%—
2024Mathematics05 7%—
2024Mathematics06 41%4%
2024Mathematics07 23%—
2024Mathematics08 22%7%
2024Science05 16%2%
2024Science08 13%2%
2023English Language Arts03 15%—
2023English Language Arts04 25%2%
2023English Language Arts05 17%—
2023English Language Arts06 28%—
2023English Language Arts07 20%2%
2023English Language Arts08 47%9%
2023Mathematics03 20%—
2023Mathematics04 27%—
2023Mathematics05 20%—
2023Mathematics06 30%2%
2023Mathematics07 20%4%
2023Mathematics08 35%2%
2023Science05 17%—
2023Science08 26%—

MCAS subject percentages differ from the composite school rating, which combines available academic and school indicators. Letter grades and state ranks compare schools at the same level. A rank change describes relative position, not a percentage-point change in test scores. Read the rating methodology.

Student Demographics

524 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

White 42%
Hispanic 35.3%
Black 13.4%
Multiracial 8.6%
Asian 0.2%

Gender

51.3% Male
48.7% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 23.1%
Special Education 25.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch 86.5%

School Performance

Key metrics and program information

Attendance

92.6% Attendance Rate
22.5% Chronic Absence

Staffing

Location

101 Fountain Street, FALL RIVER, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is John J Doran School's grade rating?

John J Doran School has earned a grade of C-, ranked #297 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 84% of Massachusetts Combined schools. This rating is based on 2025 MCAS test scores, attendance rates, and other performance metrics from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.

How many students attend John J Doran School?

Approximately 524 students are enrolled at John J Doran School.

How does John J Doran School perform on MCAS tests?

Based on the most recent MCAS results, John J Doran School's proficiency rates are: CIV (16% proficient), English Language Arts (22% proficient), Mathematics (21% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.

What is the attendance rate at John J Doran School?

John J Doran School has an attendance rate of 92.6%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.

What school district is John J Doran School part of?

John J Doran School is part of Fall River School District. For enrollment information, contact the district office or visit the school's website. Enrollment typically requires proof of residency within the district boundaries.

How are Massachusetts school ratings calculated?

School ratings are calculated using multiple data points from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE), including MCAS test scores (proficiency and growth), attendance rates, graduation rates (for high schools), and student-teacher ratios. Schools are ranked by percentile against similar schools statewide.