ELIZABETH POLE

Elizabeth Pole is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Taunton school district, located in Taunton, MA with about 622 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 4th 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 41 teachers, Elizabeth Pole has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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 Elizabeth Pole Elementary School, located at 215 Harris Street in Taunton, Massachusetts, is part of the Taunton Public Schools district. Serving students in the local community, the school focuses on providing a foundational academic environment that emphasizes core subjects such as literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies. Like other institutions within the district, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning atmosphere that encourages student growth, critical thinking, and the development of essential social skills.

The school operates under the broader mission of the Taunton Public Schools, which prioritizes academic excellence, equity, and preparing students for future success. By leveraging district-wide resources and curriculum standards, Elizabeth Pole strives to meet the diverse needs of its student population. For families seeking more specific information regarding school policies, academic calendars, faculty contact details, or community resources, the official district website at [http://www.tauntonschools.org](http://www.tauntonschools.org) serves as the primary portal for updates and administrative information.

For more information, contact Elizabeth Pole at (508) 821-1260 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

215 Harris Street
Taunton, MA 02780
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ELIZABETH POLE is a public Title I school in Taunton, MA with about 622 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Massachusetts

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Taunton
Total Students:
622
Teachers:
41.59
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

* 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 622 students

White
54.3%
Black or African American
20.3%
Hispanic/Latino
15.0%
Two or more races
8.8%
Asian
1.6%

Female
47.3%
Male
52.7%

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.