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#1432 of 1,793 schools in MA

Clifford H Marshall Elementary

Elementary School · Quincy

200 Moody St Ext, Quincy, MA 02169

Enrollment

529

Student-Teacher

12.9:1

Score

4.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,432 of 1,793

In Quincy

#14 of 19

public schools

In district

#14 of 19

Quincy

Equity

7.1 / 10

Very Good

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Clifford H Marshall Elementary

4.7/10

Elementary School in Quincy · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Clifford H Marshall Elementary

Clifford H Marshall Elementary is a public elementary school in Quincy, MA, part of Quincy. Clifford H Marshall Elementary serves approximately 529 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Clifford H Marshall Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,432 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Clifford H Marshall Elementary show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.8 pts below district
  • This school 4.7 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.5
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.3Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-3.08 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.9Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42.5% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+0.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+4.4 pts
Overall Proficiency45% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+0.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile55th
Resources & Environment4.7Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,369
Chronic Absenteeism23.3%

Clifford H Marshall Elementary — Students at Clifford H Marshall Elementary score 45% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 48.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.8% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 51.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.6% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 56 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2010
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2011
Math
53%
ELA
55%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
55%
2013
Math
56%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
54%
2017
Math
53%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
55%
ELA
64.7%
2019
Math
63%
ELA
62.7%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
35.3%
ELA
49%
2022
Math
47%
ELA
43.3%
2023
Math
40.5%
ELA
34.5%
2024
Math
40%
ELA
41%
2025
Math
42.5%
ELA
47%

* 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: 3.3/10.

How Clifford H Marshall Elementary Compares

See how Clifford H Marshall Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.7/10
20th percentile in MA
Academic
6.9/10
Average
Growth
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
4.7/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.3%

Location

200 Moody St Ext, Quincy, MA 02169

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Clifford H Marshall Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MEETING HOUSE MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Braintree), which scores notably higher. Another option is Merrymount (rated 6.5/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Archie T Morrison (rated 6.4/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Braintree), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Quincy, see our Quincy schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Point Webster Middle Quincy 0.5 mi 4.1
Donald Ross Braintree 1.1 mi 5.6
Broad Meadows Middle Quincy 1.2 mi 5.5
Snug Harbor Community School Quincy 1.1 mi 4.0
Quincy High Quincy 1.2 mi 5.5
Merrymount Quincy 1.6 mi 6.5
East Middle School Braintree 1.7 mi 6.4
ST COLETTA DAY SCHOOL Braintree 1.5 mi
MEETING HOUSE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Braintree 1.5 mi 7.1
THE WOODWARD SCHOOL Quincy 1.5 mi 6.8
LUMEN VERUM ACADEMY Braintree 1.4 mi
ARCHBISHOP WILLIAMS HIGH SCHOOL Braintree 1.6 mi 4.4
Lincoln-Hancock Community School Quincy 1.5 mi 4.7
STEP AHEAD KINDERGARTEN Braintree 1.9 mi
Amelio Della Chiesa Early Childhood Center Quincy 1.7 mi 5.5
Archie T Morrison Braintree 2.3 mi 6.4
SOUTH SHORE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Weymouth 2.2 mi 8.3
Atherton Hough Quincy 2.0 mi 3.0
Johnson Early Childhood Center Weymouth 1.7 mi 4.0
South West Middle School Quincy 1.8 mi 5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02169 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$92,080

Median Home Value

$552,200

Median Rent

$1,975/mo

Population

60,928

College Educated

48.5%

Homeownership

40.3%

Avg Commute

34.3 min

Poverty Rate

12.6%

Median Age

38.5

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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Canterbury Worcester, MA 4.7
Clifford M Granger Feeding Hills, MA 4.7
Francis T Bresnahan Elementary Newburyport, MA 4.7
Lincoln-Hancock Community School Quincy, MA 4.7
Nantucket Intermediate School Nantucket, MA 4.7
ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Needham, MA 4.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Clifford H Marshall Elementary

What grades does Clifford H Marshall Elementary serve?

Clifford H Marshall Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.

How many students attend Clifford H Marshall Elementary?

Clifford H Marshall Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 529 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Clifford H Marshall Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Clifford H Marshall Elementary is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Clifford H Marshall Elementary rank in MA?

Clifford H Marshall Elementary ranks #1,432 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Clifford H Marshall Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Clifford H Marshall Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Clifford H Marshall Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Clifford H Marshall Elementary has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Clifford H Marshall Elementary a charter school?

No, Clifford H Marshall Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Clifford H Marshall Elementary a Title I school?

No, Clifford H Marshall Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
68 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
37 Some Transit
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
529
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Norfolk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.3%

District

Quincy
District Enrollment
9,695
Schools in District
19
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,369
District Rank
#14 of 19

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