CARLTON M. VIVEIROS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Carlton M. Viveiros Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Fall River school district, located in Fall River, MA with about 739 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 53 teachers, Carlton M. Viveiros Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

Located at 525 Slade Street in Fall River, Massachusetts, the Carlton M. Viveiros Elementary School is a public school operating under the Fall River Public Schools district. It serves a diverse student population, typically ranging from preschool through fifth grade. The school is named in honor of Carlton M. Viveiros, reflecting the community’s commitment to providing a foundational educational environment that focuses on academic growth, social-emotional development, and the cultivation of essential literacy and numeracy skills.

The school is dedicated to fostering an inclusive learning atmosphere that emphasizes high expectations and the success of every student. Through a combination of core curriculum instruction, support services, and various community-based programs, Viveiros Elementary aims to prepare its students for middle school and beyond. By maintaining strong partnerships with families and the surrounding Fall River community, the school strives to create a supportive network that encourages student engagement and lifelong learning.

For more information, contact Carlton M. Viveiros Elementary School at (508) 675-8300 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.