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Marguerite E Peaslee

Elementary School · Northborough

31 Maple Street, Northborough, MA 01532

Enrollment

281

Student-Teacher

12.2:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,118 of 1,793

In Northborough

#6 of 6

public schools

In district

#5 of 5

Northborough

School environment

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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Marguerite E Peaslee

5.7/10

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

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About Marguerite E Peaslee

Marguerite E Peaslee is a public elementary school in Northborough, MA, part of Northborough. Marguerite E Peaslee serves approximately 281 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Marguerite E Peaslee has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,118 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Marguerite E Peaslee show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.8 pts below district
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • District avg 6.5
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.7Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-2.85 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.2Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency48.7% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency57% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+6.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+14.4 pts
Overall Proficiency53% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)56% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-3.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile58th
Resources & Environment8.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,731
Chronic Absenteeism13.5%

Marguerite E Peaslee — Students at Marguerite E Peaslee score 53% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 63.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 68.4% (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

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2018
Math
70%
ELA
78.5%
2019
Math
66.3%
ELA
76.3%
2020*
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
58%
ELA
66.3%
2022
Math
65.3%
ELA
63.8%
2023
Math
64.7%
ELA
71.7%
2024
Math
60%
ELA
49.7%
2025
Math
48.7%
ELA
57%

* 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
5.7/10
38th percentile in MA
Academic
7.2/10
Very Good
Growth
3.7/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.4/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.5%

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 Berlin Memorial School (rated 8.7/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Berlin), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Annie E Fales (rated 8.2/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby Westborough), 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 5.9
Algonquin Regional High Northborough 0.8 mi 9.0
Marion E Zeh Northborough 1.0 mi 7.1
Lincoln Street Northborough 1.5 mi 5.7
Robert E. Melican Middle School Northborough 1.6 mi 7.1
Fannie E Proctor Northborough 1.9 mi 7.4
HILLSIDE SCHOOL Marlborough 2.4 mi 8.0
Elsie A Hastings Elementary Westborough 3.3 mi 7.8
Advanced Math and Science Academy Charter School Marlborough 2.7 mi 7.1
EBRIDGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Westborough 3.5 mi
Sarah W Gibbons Middle Westborough 3.6 mi 7.9
J Harding Armstrong Westborough 3.6 mi 6.5
Richer Marlborough 2.8 mi 2.4
Berlin Memorial School Berlin 3.8 mi 8.7
Westborough High Westborough 4.1 mi 8.3
Mill Pond School Westborough 4.7 mi 7.3
Annie E Fales Westborough 5.0 mi 8.2
Hudson High Hudson 4.7 mi 5.7
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

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Gov Edward Winslow Marshfield, MA 5.7

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 ranks #1,118 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Marguerite E Peaslee's MySchoolScout rating?

Marguerite E Peaslee has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Marguerite E Peaslee?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Marguerite E Peaslee has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

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

Walk Score
41 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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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
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.5%

District

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

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