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#823 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 46% in state
Based on limited data
Dr Frederick N Sweetsir
Elementary School · Pentucket
104 Church Street, Merrimac, MA 01860
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on MA statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
231
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
231
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#823 of 1,793
In Merrimac
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#6 of 6
Pentucket
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Dr Frederick N Sweetsir
Elementary School in Merrimac · grades Pre-K – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Dr Frederick N Sweetsir
Dr Frederick N Sweetsir is a public elementary school in Merrimac, MA, part of Pentucket. Dr Frederick N Sweetsir serves approximately 231 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Dr Frederick N Sweetsir has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #823 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 7.9
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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How Dr Frederick N Sweetsir Compares
See how Dr Frederick N Sweetsir performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
104 Church Street, Merrimac, MA 01860
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dr Frederick N Sweetsir may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Dr John C Page School (rated 9.0/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby West Newbury), which scores notably higher. Another option is South Hampton Barnard School (rated 8.2/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby South Hampton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Helen R Donaghue School (rated 7.9/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Merrimac, see our Merrimac schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Helen R Donaghue School Merrimac | 1.0 mi | 7.9 |
| MERRIMAC HEIGHTS ACADEMY Merrimac | 1.1 mi | — |
| Whittier Regional Vocational Haverhill | 2.3 mi | 8.2 |
| THE CHILDRENS CASTLE West Newbury | 3.2 mi | — |
| Pentucket Regional Middle West Newbury | 4.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Pentucket Regional Sr High West Newbury | 4.0 mi | 8.2 |
| SEACOAST LEARNING COLLABORATIVE Newton | 3.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Dr John C Page School West Newbury | 3.4 mi | 9.0 |
| Memorial School Newton | 3.2 mi | 5.8 |
| South Hampton Barnard School South Hampton | 3.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Shay Elementary Amesbury | 3.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Charles C Cashman Elementary Amesbury | 3.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Amesbury High Amesbury | 3.6 mi | 6.6 |
| AMESBURY SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL South Hampton | 4.0 mi | — |
| AMESBURY MONTESSORI Amesbury | 3.8 mi | — |
| East Kingston Elementary School East Kingston | 5.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Amesbury Innovation High School Amesbury | 4.0 mi | 6.5 |
| John G Whittier Haverhill | 4.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Pentucket Lake Elementary Haverhill | 4.6 mi | 3.1 |
| Golden Hill Haverhill | 5.1 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01860 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$116,477
Median Home Value
$531,300
Median Rent
$1,236/mo
Population
6,707
College Educated
36.8%
Homeownership
79%
Avg Commute
30.3 min
Poverty Rate
8.3%
Median Age
48.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Benjamin G Brown Somerville, MA | 6.5 |
| Brookfield Elementary Brookfield, MA | 6.5 |
| Centerville Elementary Centerville, MA | 6.5 |
| Discovery School at Four Corners Greenfield, MA | 6.5 |
| Elizabeth G Lyons Elementary Randolph, MA | 6.5 |
| John E Burke Peabody, MA | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dr Frederick N Sweetsir
What grades does Dr Frederick N Sweetsir serve?
Dr Frederick N Sweetsir serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Dr Frederick N Sweetsir?
Dr Frederick N Sweetsir has an enrollment of approximately 231 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dr Frederick N Sweetsir?
The student-teacher ratio at Dr Frederick N Sweetsir is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dr Frederick N Sweetsir rank in MA?
Dr Frederick N Sweetsir ranks #823 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Dr Frederick N Sweetsir's MySchoolScout rating?
Dr Frederick N Sweetsir has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Dr Frederick N Sweetsir a charter school?
No, Dr Frederick N Sweetsir is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dr Frederick N Sweetsir a Title I school?
No, Dr Frederick N Sweetsir is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 231
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.0%
- Phone
- (978) 346-8319
Resources & Links
District
Pentucket- District Enrollment
- 2,225
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,716
- District Rank
- #6 of 6
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