District Overview
Nestled at 580 Whetstone Hill Road in Somerset, Massachusetts, Somerset Public Schools serves as an active, foundational public education system within the greater Providence-Warwick metropolitan area. Classified as a traditional, non-charter public school district set in a large suburban community, it maintains four fully operational school buildings dedicated to serving children from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. With a total enrollment of 1,620 students spanning early childhood education through the middle school years, the district delivers a structured and supportive learning environment tailored to foundational development before adolescents transition into high school.

In the context of the 2024–2025 academic landscape, Somerset supports its learning community with a strong human infrastructure, employing a overall workforce of approximately 524 full-time equivalent (FTE) staff members. This team includes roughly 267 dedicated classroom teachers, 68 instructional aides, and 189 support personnel, ensuring a low student-to-staff ratio and robust academic and emotional intervention services. By balancing strong community roots with comprehensive staffing and instructional support, the district remains a vital educational hub for local families. Community members, parents, and researchers seeking further information can visit the district's website at www.somersetschools.org or contact the central administration at (508) 324-3100.
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Total Schools
1,620
Total Students
267.5
Full-Time Teachers
6.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Somerset
Demographic Student Count
White1,380
Hispanic104
Black28
Asian38
Two or More63
American Indian5
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    1,380 (85.2%)
  • Hispanic
    104 (6.4%)
  • Two or More
    63 (3.9%)
  • Asian
    38 (2.3%)
  • Black
    28 (1.7%)
  • American Indian
    5 (0.3%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.1%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in Somerset
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary3
Middle1
High0
Other0
School Map
District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not a charter district
Number of schools:4
Students:1,620*
Teachers (FTE):267.5*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:6.1
Schools in Somerset
Found 4 Schools