B- Top 57%

Edmund Hatch Bennett School

Grades PK-04 TAUNTON, MA

Moved up 286 places from 2024 to 2025

#471 State Rank
C+ District Grade
47 North Walker Street, TAUNTON, MA 02780
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Rating sources & methodology MCAS scores from 2025 Data updated September 2026
306 Students
94.4% Attendance Rate
45.4 Composite Score
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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.

English Language Arts

33% Meeting or exceeding expectations

6% exceeding expectations

2023 38% 38%
2024 23.5% 23.5%
2025 33% 33%

Mathematics

31.5% Meeting or exceeding expectations

4.5% exceeding expectations

2023 39% 39%
2024 26.5% 26.5%
2025 31.5% 31.5%
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Available grade results for the latest 3 published years. An em dash means the value was not published.
YearSubjectGradeMeeting+Exceeding
2025English Language Arts03 42%6%
2025English Language Arts04 24%—
2025Mathematics03 39%6%
2025Mathematics04 24%3%
2024English Language Arts03 25%4%
2024English Language Arts04 22%2%
2024Mathematics03 26%2%
2024Mathematics04 27%5%
2023English Language Arts03 39%7%
2023English Language Arts04 37%2%
2023Mathematics03 38%7%
2023Mathematics04 40%5%

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

306 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

White 57.5%
Black 23.2%
Hispanic 12.1%
Multiracial 5.9%
Asian 1%

Gender

49% Male
51% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 3.9%
Special Education 19.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch 43.8%

School Performance

Key metrics and program information

Attendance

94.4% Attendance Rate
14.7% Chronic Absence

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Location

47 North Walker Street, TAUNTON, MA

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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 #471 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 57% 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 306 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 94.4%. 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.