Serving 326 students in grades Kindergarten-6, James B Congdon 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 46% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 326 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
James B Congdon ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
James B Congdon's student population of 326 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
326 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
James B Congdon 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 James B Congdon is 0.67, which is more 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
#837 out of 1631 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
35%
24%
Black
15%
10%
White
44%
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 James B Congdon's ranking?
James B Congdon is ranked #837 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are James B Congdon often compared to?
James B Congdonis often viewed alongside schools like Alma Del Mar Charter School, Thomas R Rodman, William H Taylor by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend James B Congdon?
326 students attend James B Congdon.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of James B Congdon students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of James B Congdon?
James B Congdon has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does James B Congdon offer ?
James B Congdon offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is James B Congdon part of?
James B Congdon is part of New Bedford School District.
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