C- Top 90%

New Bedford School District

, Massachusetts

#206 State Rank
38 Schools
16.2K Students
43.5 Composite Score

Performance Overview

School Averages by Level

Elementary 38.7 C+
Middle 39.0 C+
High 47.5 B-

Cities & Towns Served

NEW BEDFORD

Quick Facts

  • 38 total schools
  • 16.2K students enrolled
  • Composite score: 43.5/100
  • Data from 2025 school year

Schools in New Bedford School District

38 schools serving students from Pre-K through 12th grade

Elementary Schools (22)

Middle Schools (9)

High Schools (7)

District Boundaries

The New Bedford School District serves students within this geographic area.

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Areas Served: , NEW BEDFORD

Where Graduates Go

Post-graduation outcomes for New Bedford School District (Class of 2021)

12.9% 4-Year College
17.9% 2-Year College
3.5% Out of State
8.8% Employed

Based on 487 graduates

School Safety

Discipline data for New Bedford School District (2025)

6.0% Discipline Rate
Low Lower than 50% of MA districts
4.2% Out-of-School Suspensions
1.0% In-School Suspensions
0.0% Expulsions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the rating for New Bedford School District?

New Bedford School District has a rating of C-. This is based on a composite score that considers MCAS test scores, graduation rates, attendance, student-teacher ratios, and other key metrics.

How many schools are in New Bedford School District?

New Bedford School District has 38 schools: 22 elementary, 9 middle, 7 high school(s).

What areas does New Bedford School District serve?

New Bedford School District serves students in , NEW BEDFORD.

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