B+ Top 34%

Joseph R Dawe Jr Elementary School

Grades K-05 STOUGHTON, MA

Dropped 19 spots from last year

#281 State Rank
B District Grade
131 Pine Street, STOUGHTON, MA 02072
Diverse
MCAS scores from 2025 Data updated December 2025
403 Students
94.5% Attendance Rate
51.4 Composite Score

MCAS Test Scores

Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System results

English Language Arts

49.7% Proficient or Above
9% Advanced

Mathematics

44.7% Proficient or Above
6.7% Advanced

Science

42% Proficient or Above
8% Advanced

Score Trends

Year Subject Grade Proficient+ Advanced
2025 English Language Arts 03 42% 7%
2025 English Language Arts 04 56% 12%
2025 English Language Arts 05 51% 8%
2025 Mathematics 03 37% 6%
2025 Mathematics 04 46% 8%
2025 Mathematics 05 51% 6%
2025 Science 05 42% 8%
2024 English Language Arts 03 63% 6%
2024 English Language Arts 04 56% 4%
2024 English Language Arts 05 26% 3%
2024 Mathematics 03 49% 10%
2024 Mathematics 04 41% 9%
2024 Mathematics 05 39% 4%
2024 Science 05 47% 3%
2023 English Language Arts 03 47% 10%

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

403 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

White 46.9%
Black 29.3%
Hispanic 11.2%
Multiracial 6.5%
Asian 5.7%

Gender

55.1% Male
44.9% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 16.1%
Special Education 16.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch 40.4%

School Performance

Key metrics and program information

Attendance

94.5% Attendance Rate
15.6% Chronic Absence

Staffing

Location

131 Pine Street, STOUGHTON, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Joseph R Dawe Jr Elementary School's grade rating?

Joseph R Dawe Jr Elementary School has earned a grade of B+, ranked #281 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 34% 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 Joseph R Dawe Jr Elementary School?

Approximately 403 students are enrolled at Joseph R Dawe Jr Elementary School.

How does Joseph R Dawe Jr Elementary School perform on MCAS tests?

Based on the most recent MCAS results, Joseph R Dawe Jr Elementary School's proficiency rates are: English Language Arts (50% proficient), Mathematics (45% proficient), Science (42% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.

What is the attendance rate at Joseph R Dawe Jr Elementary School?

Joseph R Dawe Jr Elementary School has an attendance rate of 94.5%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.

What school district is Joseph R Dawe Jr Elementary School part of?

Joseph R Dawe Jr Elementary School is part of Stoughton 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.