SAMUEL WATSON

Samuel Watson is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Fall River school district, located in Fall River, MA with about 291 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 18 teachers, Samuel Watson has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

The Samuel Watson Elementary School, located at 935 Eastern Avenue in Fall River, Massachusetts, is a dedicated educational institution serving the local community as part of the Fall River Public Schools district. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment where students can develop foundational academic skills while growing socially and emotionally. By prioritizing both curriculum standards and a welcoming school climate, the institution strives to prepare its young learners for continued academic success as they progress through their schooling years.

Beyond its core academic offerings, the school emphasizes the importance of community involvement and strong partnerships between educators, students, and families. Through its website and district resources, the school provides parents and guardians with access to essential information regarding school policies, educational programming, and various extracurricular initiatives. By maintaining a focus on student achievement and holistic development, Samuel Watson Elementary remains a vital resource for families seeking a structured and nurturing primary education experience within the Fall River area.

For more information, contact Samuel Watson at (508) 675-8240 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

935 Eastern Avenue
Fall River, MA 02723
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SAMUEL WATSON is a public Title I school in Fall River, MA with about 291 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Massachusetts

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Fall River
Total Students:
291
Teachers:
18.31
NSLP Status:1
Missing
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 291 students

White
49.5%
Hispanic/Latino
21.6%
Black or African American
13.1%
Two or more races
12.4%
Asian
2.1%
American Indian or Alaska Native
1.4%

Female
49.8%
Male
50.2%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.