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Marguerite E Peaslee

Elementary School · Northborough

31 Maple Street, Northborough, MA 01532

Enrollment

281

Student-Teacher

12.2:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Northborough

#5 of 6

public schools

Massachusetts elementary schools

#581 of 1,022

In district

#4 of 5

Northborough

Equity

9.0 / 10

Exceptional

About Marguerite E Peaslee

Marguerite E Peaslee Elementary School serves 281 students in kindergarten through fifth grade in Northborough, Massachusetts. This well-regarded public school maintains a favorable student-teacher ratio of 12.2 to 1 with 23 full-time equivalent teachers, allowing for more individualized attention in the classroom. The school demonstrates solid academic performance, earning a 7.3 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranking #302 out of 1,796 elementary schools statewide, placing it in the 83rd percentile.

Students show strong proficiency rates with 67% meeting or exceeding standards in mathematics and 62% in English Language Arts and reading across all grade levels. Marguerite E Peaslee benefits from its location in an affluent and highly educated community. The surrounding 01532 zip code boasts a median household income of $160,801 and a median home value of $548,400.

An impressive 65% of area residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, with only a 3.8% poverty rate, creating a supportive educational environment. Located at 31 Maple Street, the school sits in Northborough's large suburban setting within Worcester County, where families value education and community engagement in their children's academic development.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.7Fair50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data7
Annual Change-2.82 pts/yr
Data Period2018–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.6Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency67%
Reading/ELA Proficiency62%
Math vs. State Avg+24.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+19.4 pts
Overall Proficiency65%
Expected (poverty-adj.)57%
vs. Expected+7.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile79th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment7.7Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,553

Marguerite E Peaslee — Students at Marguerite E Peaslee score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

0%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 61.2%
School
State
43.0%
ELA Proficiency 66.3%
School
State
45.6%

Based on 60 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2018
Math
68.3%
ELA
75.3%
2019
Math
66.8%
ELA
76.8%
2021*
Math
58%
ELA
69%
2022
Math
66%
ELA
64.5%
2023
Math
61%
ELA
68.3%
2024
Math
57.7%
ELA
51.7%
2025
Math
48.3%
ELA
55%

* 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: 3.7/10.

How Marguerite E Peaslee Compares

See how Marguerite E Peaslee performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.0/10
43th percentile in MA
Academic
8.6/10
8.6/10
Growth
3.7/10
Below average
Environment
7.7/10
Above average

Location

31 Maple Street, Northborough, MA 01532

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Marguerite E Peaslee may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. AL-HAMRA ACADEMY (rated 8.8/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Shrewsbury), which scores notably higher. Another option is Annie E Fales (rated 8.5/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby Westborough), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Berlin Memorial School (rated 7.9/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Berlin), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Northborough, see our Northborough schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.5 mi
School Distance Rating
THE FITZGERALD INSTITUTE Northborough 0.4 mi
ST BERNADETTE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Northborough 0.5 mi 6.0
Algonquin Regional High Northborough 0.8 mi 8.9
Marion E Zeh Northborough 1.0 mi 7.0
Lincoln Street Northborough 1.5 mi 5.6
Robert E. Melican Middle School Northborough 1.6 mi 7.2
Fannie E Proctor Northborough 1.9 mi 6.8
HILLSIDE SCHOOL Marlborough 2.4 mi 8.0
Elsie A Hastings Elementary Westborough 3.3 mi 7.7
Advanced Math and Science Academy Charter School Marlborough 2.7 mi 7.0
EBRIDGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Westborough 3.5 mi
Sarah W Gibbons Middle Westborough 3.6 mi 7.5
J Harding Armstrong Westborough 3.6 mi 6.6
Richer Marlborough 2.8 mi 3.4
Berlin Memorial School Berlin 3.8 mi 7.9
Westborough High Westborough 4.1 mi 8.1
Mill Pond School Westborough 4.7 mi 7.0
Annie E Fales Westborough 5.0 mi 8.5
Hudson High Hudson 4.7 mi 6.5
AL-HAMRA ACADEMY Shrewsbury 4.5 mi 8.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01532 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$174,358

Median Home Value

$598,500

Median Rent

$2,087/mo

Population

15,694

College Educated

67.4%

Homeownership

85.4%

Avg Commute

31.4 min

Poverty Rate

3.6%

Median Age

44.7

Community Profile

The community surrounding Marguerite E Peaslee has a median household income of $174,358. It is a well-educated community where 67% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $598,500, with a median rent of $2,087/month. The local poverty rate of 3.6% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 31 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Marguerite E Peaslee

What grades does Marguerite E Peaslee serve?

Marguerite E Peaslee serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Marguerite E Peaslee?

Marguerite E Peaslee has an enrollment of approximately 281 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Marguerite E Peaslee?

The student-teacher ratio at Marguerite E Peaslee 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 Marguerite E Peaslee rank in MA?

Marguerite E Peaslee is ranked #1026 out of 1,791 schools in MA.

What is Marguerite E Peaslee's MySchoolScout rating?

Marguerite E Peaslee has a composite rating of 6.0 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Marguerite E Peaslee?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Marguerite E Peaslee has 61.2% math proficiency and 66.3% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Marguerite E Peaslee a charter school?

No, Marguerite E Peaslee is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Marguerite E Peaslee a Title I school?

No, Marguerite E Peaslee is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

City Safety
Low (200/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Northborough). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
281
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Worcester County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Northborough
District Enrollment
1,634
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,731
District Rank
#4 of 5

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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