Certifynd ABA

Fall River Public Schools

place Fall River, MA 500+ employees

shield Overall Risk Level

warning Medium Risk
flag2026 DESE investigation found toxic dynamic between School Committee and administration/staff
flagHistorical OCR complaint (2012) alleging disproportionate suspension of students of color and students with disabilities
flag2018 special education discrimination complaint (student excluded from field trip)
flagEmployee reviews cite administrative disorganization and high stress
gavel2012 OCR complaint re: disproportionate discipline of students with disabilities and students of color
gavel2018 special education civil rights complaint
gavelNamed district in a multi-district state school-funding lawsuit (not FRPS-specific misconduct)
policyReports of a 'fear'-based atmosphere described by staff during DESE investigation
BBB RatingNot listed

psychology Employee Sentiment

5.5

out of 10

Management

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