Summary:
The Fall River school district in Massachusetts consists of 18 schools, including 12 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, 2 high schools, and 1 alternative school. The district as a whole is ranked 328 out of 348 in the state and is rated 0 stars out of 5 by SchoolDigger, indicating significant room for improvement in student outcomes.
A few schools stand out in the data. James Tansey Elementary School has the highest performance on MCAS tests, with over 50% of students proficient or better in math and science, despite having a relatively low per-student spending of $16,570. In contrast, Resiliency Preparatory Academy, an alternative high school, has the lowest MCAS performance with 0% proficiency in most subjects and the highest dropout rate at 18.8%. The district's two high schools, B.M.C. Durfee High and Resiliency Preparatory Academy, both have 4-year graduation rates around 66%.
The data reveals significant performance gaps between the highest and lowest performing schools, as well as between the district and state averages. While per-student spending ranges from $15,755 at Henry Lord Community School to $36,143 at Stone Pk-12 School, the alternative school, there does not appear to be a clear correlation between spending and academic performance. This suggests that factors beyond just funding, such as school culture, leadership, and teaching quality, play a significant role in student outcomes.
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