B- Top 59%

Edmund Hatch Bennett School

Grades PK-04 TAUNTON, MA

Improved 273 spots from last year

#484 State Rank
C+ District Grade
47 North Walker Street, TAUNTON, MA 02780
Diverse
MCAS scores from 2025 Data updated December 2025
313 Students
92.9% Attendance Rate
45.2 Composite Score

MCAS Test Scores

Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System results

English Language Arts

33% Proficient or Above
6% Advanced

Mathematics

31.5% Proficient or Above
4.5% Advanced

Score Trends

Year Subject Grade Proficient+ Advanced
2025 English Language Arts 03 42% 6%
2025 English Language Arts 04 24% 0%
2025 Mathematics 03 39% 6%
2025 Mathematics 04 24% 3%
2024 English Language Arts 03 25% 4%
2024 English Language Arts 04 22% 2%
2024 Mathematics 03 26% 2%
2024 Mathematics 04 27% 5%
2023 English Language Arts 03 39% 7%
2023 English Language Arts 04 37% 2%
2023 Mathematics 03 38% 7%
2023 Mathematics 04 40% 5%
2022 English Language Arts 03 34% 0%
2022 English Language Arts 04 23% 0%
2022 Mathematics 03 33% 3%

MCAS is administered annually to students in grades 3-8 and 10. Scores reflect the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level expectations.

Student Demographics

313 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

White 58.8%
Black 20.4%
Hispanic 14.1%
Multiracial 5.4%
Asian 1.3%

Gender

50.8% Male
49.2% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 6.4%
Special Education 21.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch 47%

School Performance

Key metrics and program information

Attendance

92.9% Attendance Rate
21.3% Chronic Absence

Staffing

Location

47 North Walker Street, TAUNTON, MA

B--Rated School

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Edmund Hatch Bennett School's grade rating?

Edmund Hatch Bennett School has earned a grade of B-, ranked #484 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 59% of Massachusetts Elementary 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 Edmund Hatch Bennett School?

Approximately 313 students are enrolled at Edmund Hatch Bennett School.

How does Edmund Hatch Bennett School perform on MCAS tests?

Based on the most recent MCAS results, Edmund Hatch Bennett School's proficiency rates are: English Language Arts (33% proficient), Mathematics (32% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.

What is the attendance rate at Edmund Hatch Bennett School?

Edmund Hatch Bennett School has an attendance rate of 92.9%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.

What school district is Edmund Hatch Bennett School part of?

Edmund Hatch Bennett School is part of Taunton 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.