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William H Taylor

71 Portland Street
New Bedford, MA 02744
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 30%
Serving 261 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, William H Taylor ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher 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 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 261 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 42%
  • : Top 30% in MA
  • : 65-69% (Top 20%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 50%)
  • : 40-49% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

William H Taylor ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:

School Overview

William H Taylor's student population of 261 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
261 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers

School Rankings

William H Taylor ranks within the top 30% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of William H Taylor is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MA)
#373 out of 1626 schools
(Top 30%)
65-69%
42%
50-54%
44%
40-49%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
23%
25%
Black
9%
10%
White
58%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.60
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is William H Taylor's ranking?
William H Taylor is ranked #373 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are William H Taylor often compared to?
William H Tayloris often viewed alongside schools like Thomas R Rodman, James B Congdon by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend William H Taylor?
261 students attend William H Taylor.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of William H Taylor students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 9% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of William H Taylor?
William H Taylor has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does William H Taylor offer ?
William H Taylor offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is William H Taylor part of?
William H Taylor is part of New Bedford School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 261 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 42%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 65-69% (Top 20%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 50%)
  • : 40-49% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

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