School Overview
The William H. Taylor Elementary School, located at 71 Portland Street in New Bedford, Massachusetts, is a public elementary school serving students in the local community. As part of the New Bedford Public Schools district, the institution is committed to providing a foundational education that emphasizes academic growth, social development, and personal responsibility. The school functions as a community hub, focusing on creating a supportive and inclusive environment where students from diverse backgrounds can thrive through structured curriculum and enrichment activities.

The school's philosophy centers on fostering student success by maintaining strong connections between the classroom, families, and the surrounding New Bedford area. By utilizing the resources of the larger district, the Taylor School aims to prepare its students for the challenges of middle school and beyond by prioritizing core subjects like literacy and mathematics while encouraging positive behavioral standards. For families seeking specific information regarding current school policies, academic calendars, or administrative contact details, the school maintains an official presence through its district website.
244
Total Students
20.1
Full-Time Teachers
12.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for William H Taylor
Demographic Student Count
White158
Hispanic43
Black20
Two or More23
  • White
    158 (64.8 %)
  • Hispanic
    43 (17.6 %)
  • Two or More
    23 (9.4 %)
  • Black
    20 (8.2 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: New Bedford
Phone: (508)997-4511
Website: http://taylor.newbedfordschools.org/
Grade Range: Pre-K - 5th
Total Students: 244
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 20.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 12.1
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 23
Kindergarten 32
Grade 1 46
Grade 2 44
Grade 3 41
Grade 4 36
Grade 5 22

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for William H Taylor
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten23
Kindergarten32
Grade 146
Grade 244
Grade 341
Grade 436
Grade 522
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for William H Taylor
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female12149.6%
Male12350.4%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)