Serving 632 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mary Fonseca Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 12% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 632 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mary Fonseca Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Mary Fonseca Elementary School's student population of 632 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
632 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Wed. Aug 27, 2025
School Motto
The mission of the Fall River Public Schools is to provide a value-added, high quality, all-encompassing educational experience, ensuring preparation for successful transition to college and/or career.
School Rankings
Mary Fonseca Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mary Fonseca Elementary School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1550 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
41%
25%
Black
16%
10%
White
32%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
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 Mary Fonseca Elementary School's ranking?
Mary Fonseca Elementary School is ranked #1550 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Mary Fonseca Elementary School often compared to?
Mary Fonseca Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like William S Greene by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Mary Fonseca Elementary School?
632 students attend Mary Fonseca Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Mary Fonseca Elementary School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 16% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mary Fonseca Elementary School?
Mary Fonseca Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Mary Fonseca Elementary School offer ?
Mary Fonseca Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mary Fonseca Elementary School part of?
Mary Fonseca Elementary School is part of Fall River School District.
School Reviews
5 9/26/2013
My first year working with the school ( my child started kindergarten ) . I am looking forward to a positive experience this year, because next year my other child will be in kindergarten. Well here's to a new adventure !
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