C Top 78%

Carlos Pacheco School

Grades K-05 NEW BEDFORD, MA

Improved 104 spots from last year

#640 State Rank
C- District Grade
261 Mt Pleasant Street, NEW BEDFORD, MA 02746
Diverse
MCAS scores from 2025 Data updated December 2025
242 Students
92.1% Attendance Rate
38.8 Composite Score

MCAS Test Scores

Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System results

English Language Arts

26% Proficient or Above
6% Advanced

Mathematics

22.3% Proficient or Above
6% Advanced

Science

30% Proficient or Above
3% Advanced

Score Trends

Year Subject Grade Proficient+ Advanced
2025 English Language Arts 03 12% 0%
2025 English Language Arts 04 27% 0%
2025 English Language Arts 05 39% 6%
2025 Mathematics 03 12% 0%
2025 Mathematics 04 22% 0%
2025 Mathematics 05 33% 6%
2025 Science 05 30% 3%
2024 English Language Arts 03 26% 5%
2024 English Language Arts 04 23% 5%
2024 English Language Arts 05 12% 0%
2024 Mathematics 03 13% 0%
2024 Mathematics 04 30% 5%
2024 Mathematics 05 15% 0%
2024 Science 05 9% 0%
2023 English Language Arts 03 15% 0%

MCAS is administered annually to students in grades 3-8 and 10. Scores reflect the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level expectations.

Student Demographics

242 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

Hispanic 50%
White 21.9%
Black 19.8%
Multiracial 6.6%
Asian 1.2%

Gender

48.8% Male
51.2% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 25.2%
Special Education 22.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch 88%

School Performance

Key metrics and program information

Attendance

92.1% Attendance Rate
28.9% Chronic Absence

Staffing

Location

261 Mt Pleasant Street, NEW BEDFORD, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Carlos Pacheco School's grade rating?

Carlos Pacheco School has earned a grade of C, ranked #640 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 78% of Massachusetts Elementary schools. This rating is based on 2025 MCAS test scores, attendance rates, and other performance metrics from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.

How many students attend Carlos Pacheco School?

Approximately 242 students are enrolled at Carlos Pacheco School.

How does Carlos Pacheco School perform on MCAS tests?

Based on the most recent MCAS results, Carlos Pacheco School's proficiency rates are: English Language Arts (26% proficient), Mathematics (22% proficient), Science (30% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.

What is the attendance rate at Carlos Pacheco School?

Carlos Pacheco School has an attendance rate of 92.1%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.

What school district is Carlos Pacheco School part of?

Carlos Pacheco School is part of New Bedford School District. For enrollment information, contact the district office or visit the school's website. Enrollment typically requires proof of residency within the district boundaries.

How are Massachusetts school ratings calculated?

School ratings are calculated using multiple data points from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE), including MCAS test scores (proficiency and growth), attendance rates, graduation rates (for high schools), and student-teacher ratios. Schools are ranked by percentile against similar schools statewide.