Serving 544 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Casimir Pulaski ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 46% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 544 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Casimir Pulaski ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Casimir Pulaski's student population of 544 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
544 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Casimir Pulaski ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Casimir Pulaski is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#860 out of 1631 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
20%
24%
Black
6%
10%
White
67%
54%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
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 Casimir Pulaski's ranking?
Casimir Pulaski is ranked #860 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Casimir Pulaski often compared to?
Casimir Pulaskiis often viewed alongside schools like Elwyn G Campbell, Albert F Ford Middle School, Sgt Wm H Carney Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Casimir Pulaski?
544 students attend Casimir Pulaski.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Casimir Pulaski students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Casimir Pulaski?
Casimir Pulaski has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Casimir Pulaski offer ?
Casimir Pulaski offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Casimir Pulaski part of?
Casimir Pulaski is part of New Bedford School District.
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