Serving 200 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Thomas R Rodman ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 200 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thomas R Rodman ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Thomas R Rodman's student population of 200 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
200 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Thomas R Rodman ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thomas R Rodman is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1166 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
41%
26%
Black
13%
10%
White
41%
51%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thomas R Rodman's ranking?
Thomas R Rodman is ranked #1166 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Thomas R Rodman often compared to?
Thomas R Rodmanis often viewed alongside schools like James B Congdon, Elizabeth Carter Brooks, William H Taylor by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Thomas R Rodman?
200 students attend Thomas R Rodman.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Thomas R Rodman students are Hispanic, 41% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thomas R Rodman?
Thomas R Rodman has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Thomas R Rodman offer ?
Thomas R Rodman offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Thomas R Rodman part of?
Thomas R Rodman is part of New Bedford School District.
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