Town of East Bridgewater
Incorporated in 1823, East Bridgewater started as an agricultural community. During the 20th century, residential development along railroad lines stimulated industrial growth and the town became the site of shoe manufacturing and textile mils.
Today, the 17.25 square-mile town offers a highly respected school system, a wealth of public services, and abundant recreational opportunities including hiking, fishing, horseback riding, and boating.
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East Bridgewater Statistics
Town Clerk: (508) 378-1606
Website: www.EastBridgewaterma.org
Commonwealth Communities (Mass.Gov): East Bridgewater
2002 Tax Rates:
Residential $15.75
Commercial $15.75
Median Housing Price: $220,000
Median Family Income: $47,458
2002 Population: 13,200
Public Schools:
School Superintendent - (508) 378-8200
Total Enrollment 10/01/02 - 2,476
Per Pupil Expenditure 1999 - $6,177
SAT Scores 2000:
Verbal - 490
Math - 462
Part. Rate - 82%
Plans of High School Graduates:
4-Year College - 59.7%
2-Year College - 19.4%
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