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#146 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 8% in state

Berlin Memorial School

Elementary School · Berlin-Boylston

34 South Street, Berlin, MA 01503

Enrollment

222

Student-Teacher

11.7:1

Score

8.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#146 of 1,793

In district

#1 of 3

Berlin-Boylston

Academic growth

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Berlin Memorial School

8.7/10

Elementary School in Berlin · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Berlin Memorial School

Berlin Memorial School is a public elementary school in Berlin, MA, part of Berlin-Boylston. Berlin Memorial School serves approximately 222 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Berlin Memorial School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #146 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Berlin Memorial School show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.7 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.7
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.7Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data6
Annual Change+0.8 pts/yr
Data Period2020–2025
TrendStable
Academics7.8Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency50% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency66% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+7.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+23.4 pts
Overall Proficiency58% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)57% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+0.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile67th
Resources & Environment7.4Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,354
Chronic Absenteeism11.7%

Berlin Memorial School — Students at Berlin Memorial School score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 54.9% (multi-year average, 2020-2025)
School
State
40.7% (multi-year state average, 2021-2025)
ELA Proficiency 69.7% (multi-year average, 2020-2025)
School
State
42.5% (multi-year state average, 2021-2025)

Based on 46 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2020*
Math
47%
ELA
77%
2021*
Math
42.3%
ELA
75.5%
2022
Math
59%
ELA
59.5%
2023
Math
59.7%
ELA
77.3%
2024
Math
69.3%
ELA
69.3%
2025
Math
50%
ELA
66%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.7/10.

How Berlin Memorial School Compares

See how Berlin Memorial School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.7/10
92th percentile in MA
Academic
7.8/10
Very Good
Growth
9.7/10
Excellent
Environment
7.4/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
19 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.7%

Location

34 South Street, Berlin, MA 01503

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Berlin Memorial School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Clinton Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Clinton), with a comparable rating. Another option is Marion E Zeh (rated 7.1/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Northborough), a more accessible option. Additionally, Florence Sawyer School (rated 6.0/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Bolton), a more accessible option. For more schools in Berlin, see our Berlin schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.1 mi
School Distance Rating
HILLSIDE SCHOOL Marlborough 2.4 mi 8.0
THE FITZGERALD INSTITUTE Northborough 3.6 mi
ST BERNADETTE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Northborough 3.6 mi 5.9
Marion E Zeh Northborough 3.7 mi 7.1
Marguerite E Peaslee Northborough 3.8 mi 5.7
Hudson High Hudson 2.9 mi 5.7
Algonquin Regional High Northborough 3.8 mi 9.0
Florence Sawyer School Bolton 3.9 mi 6.0
Robert E. Melican Middle School Northborough 4.1 mi 7.1
Clinton Elementary Clinton 3.8 mi 8.2
Lincoln Street Northborough 4.4 mi 5.7
C A Farley Hudson 3.5 mi 5.1
DARNELL SCHOOL FOR EDUCATIONAL & BEHAVIORAL SERVIC Hudson 3.6 mi
RFK DON WATSON ACADEMY Lancaster 4.7 mi
Assabet Valley Vocational High School Marlborough 3.7 mi 6.6
Richer Marlborough 4.1 mi 2.4
Clinton Middle School Clinton 4.0 mi 6.4
Nashoba Regional Bolton 5.0 mi 7.9
Advanced Math and Science Academy Charter School Marlborough 4.3 mi 7.1
Clinton Senior High Clinton 4.1 mi 6.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01503 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$122,411

Median Home Value

$566,800

Median Rent

$1,432/mo

Population

3,311

College Educated

54.4%

Homeownership

79.8%

Avg Commute

37.1 min

Poverty Rate

4.7%

Median Age

50.4

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Martha Jones Westwood, MA 8.6
Orleans Elementary Orleans, MA 8.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Berlin Memorial School

What grades does Berlin Memorial School serve?

Berlin Memorial School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Berlin Memorial School?

Berlin Memorial School has an enrollment of approximately 222 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Berlin Memorial School?

The student-teacher ratio at Berlin Memorial School is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Berlin Memorial School rank in MA?

Berlin Memorial School ranks #146 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Berlin Memorial School's MySchoolScout rating?

Berlin Memorial School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Berlin Memorial School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Berlin Memorial School has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025).

Is Berlin Memorial School a charter school?

No, Berlin Memorial School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Berlin Memorial School a Title I school?

No, Berlin Memorial School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
16 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
222
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
19
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Worcester County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.7%

District

Berlin-Boylston
District Enrollment
1,112
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,354
District Rank
#1 of 3

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