Best Schools in Marshfield, Massachusetts
7 schools · 5 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Marshfield by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Eames Way School
Elementary · Marshfield. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
South River
Elementary · Marshfield. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Marshfield High
High · Marshfield. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Marshfield for 2026 are Eames Way School (7.2/10), South River (7.1/10), and Marshfield High (6.9/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 7 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
7
in this city
Avg Score
6.0
out of 10
Median Home
$622,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
7
in this city
Avg Score
6.0
out of 10
Median Home
$622,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Marshfield
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (7 of 7). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Eames Way School | 7.2 / 10 |
| 2 | South River | 7.1 / 10 |
| 3 | Marshfield High | 6.9 / 10 |
| 4 | Furnace Brook Middle | 6.2 / 10 |
| 5 | Gov Edward Winslow | 5.7 / 10 |
| 6 | Martinson Elementary | 4.8 / 10 |
| 7 | Daniel Webster | 4.3 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.0/10
- Median household income
- $125,436
- Median home value
- $622,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 53%
- Avg commute
- 36 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 81%
29% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Marshfield compares
Massachusetts rank
#144 of 238
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.3
below Massachusetts avg (6.3)
Median household income
$125k
110% of Massachusetts median
Schools in this city
7
About Schools in Marshfield, Massachusetts
Marshfield, Massachusetts is home to 7 schools, including 7 public schools. The city's schools span 5 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.0 out of 10, schools in Marshfield show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Marshfield is Eames Way School with a composite score of 7.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Marshfield is served by 1 school district: Marshfield. These districts collectively serve 3,672 students.
Marshfield's community shows 53% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $125,436. The poverty rate in the area is 7.5%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
5 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 228 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.2 |
| 2 | 249 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.1 |
| 3 | 353 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.7 |
| 4 | 453 students · Kindergarten–5th | 4.8 |
| 5 | 271 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.3 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 849 students · 6th–8th | 6.2 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,149 students · 9th–12th | 6.9 |
Schools in Marshfield
Marshfield, Massachusetts · 7 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$125,436
Median Home Value
$622,600
Median Rent
$1,620/mo
Population
25,903
College Educated
53%
Homeownership
81%
Avg Commute
36 min
Poverty Rate
7.5%
Community Profile
Marshfield has a median household income of $125,436. It is a well-educated community where 53% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $622,600, with a median rent of $1,620/month. The local poverty rate of 7.5% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 36 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Massachusetts
- Elementary
- 5
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in Massachusetts
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Marshfield, Massachusetts
How many schools are in Marshfield, Massachusetts?
Marshfield has 7 schools, including 7 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Marshfield, Massachusetts?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Marshfield is 6.0 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Marshfield, Massachusetts?
The top-ranked school in Marshfield on MySchoolScout is Eames Way School with a composite score of 7.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Marshfield, Massachusetts?
The top-ranked elementary school in Marshfield on MySchoolScout is Eames Way School with a composite score of 7.2/10.
What is the best middle school in Marshfield, Massachusetts?
The top-ranked middle school in Marshfield on MySchoolScout is Furnace Brook Middle with a composite score of 6.2/10.
What is the best high school in Marshfield, Massachusetts?
The top-ranked high school in Marshfield on MySchoolScout is Marshfield High with a composite score of 6.9/10.
How many school districts serve Marshfield, Massachusetts?
Marshfield is served by 1 school district: Marshfield.
What is the education level in Marshfield, Massachusetts?
According to Census data, 53% of adults in Marshfield have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Marshfield, Massachusetts?
The median household income in Marshfield is approximately $125,436 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Marshfield, Massachusetts?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Marshfield is 11.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Marshfield, Massachusetts?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Mass. Dept. of Elementary & Secondary Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.