Very Good
#495 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 28% in state
Marguerite E Small Elementary
Elementary School · Dennis-Yarmouth
440 Higgins Crowell Rd, West Yarmouth, MA 02673
Enrollment
275
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
275
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#495 of 1,793
In district
#3 of 6
Dennis-Yarmouth
Academic growth
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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Marguerite E Small Elementary
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About Marguerite E Small Elementary
Marguerite E Small Elementary is a public elementary school in West Yarmouth, MA, part of Dennis-Yarmouth. Marguerite E Small Elementary serves approximately 275 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Marguerite E Small Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #495 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Marguerite E Small Elementary show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 7.6
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Marguerite E Small Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Marguerite E Small Elementary — Students at Marguerite E Small Elementary score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 42 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 8.6/10.
How Marguerite E Small Elementary Compares
See how Marguerite E Small Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
440 Higgins Crowell Rd, West Yarmouth, MA 02673
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Marguerite E Small Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Station Avenue Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby South Yarmouth), which scores notably higher. Another option is Barnstable Community Innovation School (rated 8.2/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Hyannis), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Ezra H Baker Innovation School (rated 8.0/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby West Dennis), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in West Yarmouth, see our West Yarmouth schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02673 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,846
Median Home Value
$445,100
Median Rent
$1,502/mo
Population
8,969
College Educated
34.1%
Homeownership
79.5%
Avg Commute
22.6 min
Poverty Rate
7.1%
Median Age
46.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Marguerite E Small Elementary
What grades does Marguerite E Small Elementary serve?
Marguerite E Small Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.
How many students attend Marguerite E Small Elementary?
Marguerite E Small Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 275 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Marguerite E Small Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Marguerite E Small Elementary is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Marguerite E Small Elementary rank in MA?
Marguerite E Small Elementary ranks #495 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Marguerite E Small Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Marguerite E Small Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Small Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Marguerite E Small Elementary has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Marguerite E Small Elementary a charter school?
No, Marguerite E Small Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Marguerite E Small Elementary a Title I school?
No, Marguerite E Small Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 275
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Barnstable County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.5%
- Phone
- (508) 778-7975
Resources & Links
District
Dennis-Yarmouth- District Enrollment
- 2,941
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,616
- District Rank
- #3 of 6
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