Serving 647 students in grades 5-7, Joseph H Martin 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 24% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-7
- Enrollment: 647 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Joseph H Martin's student population of 647 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-7
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
647 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Joseph H Martin 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 Joseph H Martin is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1312 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
14%
26%
Black
26%
10%
White
53%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Taunton School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joseph H Martin's ranking?
Joseph H Martin is ranked #1312 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Joseph H Martin?
647 students attend Joseph H Martin.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Joseph H Martin students are White, 26% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Joseph H Martin?
Joseph H Martin has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Joseph H Martin offer ?
Joseph H Martin offers enrollment in grades 5-7 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Joseph H Martin part of?
Joseph H Martin is part of Taunton School District.
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