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#210 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 12% in state

George R Martin

Elementary School · Seekonk

445 Cole Street, Seekonk, MA 02771

Enrollment

446

Student-Teacher

12.1:1

Score

8.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#210 of 1,793

In Seekonk

#1 of 4

public schools

In district

#1 of 4

Seekonk

Academic growth

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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George R Martin

8.5/10

Elementary School in Seekonk · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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3.6/10

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4.6/10

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About George R Martin

George R Martin is a public elementary school in Seekonk, MA, part of Seekonk. George R Martin serves approximately 446 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. George R Martin has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #210 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for George R Martin show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.7 pts above district
  • This school 8.5 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.8
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.0Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-0.09 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics8.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency62.3% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency54.3% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+20.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+11.7 pts
Overall Proficiency58% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)53% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+5.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile74th
Resources & Environment7.7Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,970
Chronic Absenteeism10.8%

George R Martin — Students at George R Martin score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 59.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 59.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.6% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 82 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
65%
ELA
74%
2010
Math
61%
ELA
69%
2011
Math
68%
ELA
69%
2012
Math
68%
ELA
69%
2013
Math
78%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
65%
ELA
59%
2015
Math
74%
ELA
64%
2016
Math
58%
ELA
61%
2017
Math
55%
ELA
63%
2018
Math
55.5%
ELA
63%
2019
Math
59.8%
ELA
54.3%
2020*
Math
44%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
44.8%
ELA
61.8%
2022
Math
60.8%
ELA
56.5%
2023
Math
62.7%
ELA
55.7%
2024
Math
65%
ELA
49%
2025
Math
62.3%
ELA
54.3%

* 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: 9.0/10.

How George R Martin Compares

See how George R Martin performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.5/10
88th percentile in MA
Academic
8.3/10
Excellent
Growth
9.0/10
Excellent
Environment
7.7/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.8%

Location

445 Cole Street, Seekonk, MA 02771

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering George R Martin may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Primrose Hill School (rated 8.4/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Barrington), with a very similar rating. Another option is Sowams Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Barrington), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Hampden Meadows School (rated 7.4/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Barrington), a more accessible option. For more schools in Seekonk, see our Seekonk schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
James R. D. Oldham School Riverside 2.2 mi 3.6
Riverside Middle School Riverside 2.2 mi 4.6
Seekonk High Seekonk 2.7 mi 7.7
Seekonk Transitions Academy Seekonk 2.7 mi
PROVIDENCE COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL East Providence 2.3 mi 6.8
Waddington School Riverside 2.6 mi 6.0
East Providence High East Providence 2.4 mi 5.7
BARRINGTON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Barrington 2.9 mi 5.9
RED BRICK NURSERY SCHOOL Barrington 2.9 mi
Primrose Hill School Barrington 3.1 mi 8.4
Kent Heights School East Providence 2.4 mi 6.7
Hampden Meadows School Barrington 3.1 mi 7.4
Sowams Elementary School Barrington 3.0 mi 7.7
ST ANDREWS SCHOOL Barrington 3.3 mi 8.4
ST MARY ACADEMY-BAY VIEW Riverside 2.6 mi 6.6
MONTESSORI CENTRE OF BARRINGTON Barrington 3.3 mi
Edward Martin Middle East Providence 2.6 mi 4.7
Mildred Aitken School Seekonk 3.4 mi 5.1
Barrington High School Barrington 3.5 mi 9.6
Emma G. Whiteknact School East Providence 2.8 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02771 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$116,310

Median Home Value

$461,600

Median Rent

$1,808/mo

Population

15,573

College Educated

43.3%

Homeownership

85.1%

Avg Commute

27.4 min

Poverty Rate

4.4%

Median Age

46.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about George R Martin

What grades does George R Martin serve?

George R Martin serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend George R Martin?

George R Martin has an enrollment of approximately 446 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at George R Martin?

The student-teacher ratio at George R Martin is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does George R Martin rank in MA?

George R Martin ranks #210 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is George R Martin's MySchoolScout rating?

George R Martin has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 George R Martin?

Based on loaded state assessment records, George R Martin has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is George R Martin a charter school?

No, George R Martin is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is George R Martin a Title I school?

No, George R Martin is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
37 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
446
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Bristol County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.8%

District

Seekonk
District Enrollment
2,061
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,970
District Rank
#1 of 4

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