Serving 733 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, William S Greene 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 15% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (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 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 733 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
William S Greene ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
William S Greene's student population of 733 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
733 students
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Motto
Good citizenship and academic excellence are priorities of the William S. Greene Elementary School.
School Rankings
William S Greene 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 William S Greene is 0.70, which is more 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
#1503 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
38%
26%
Black
15%
10%
White
36%
51%
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is William S Greene's ranking?
William S Greene is ranked #1503 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are William S Greene often compared to?
William S Greeneis often viewed alongside schools like Spencer Borden, Mary Fonseca Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend William S Greene?
733 students attend William S Greene.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of William S Greene students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 15% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of William S Greene?
William S Greene has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does William S Greene offer ?
William S Greene offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is William S Greene part of?
William S Greene is part of Fall River School District.
School Reviews
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