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#605 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 34% in state

Marion E Zeh

Elementary School · Northborough

33 Howard Street, Northborough, MA 01532

Enrollment

255

Student-Teacher

14.2:1

Score

7.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#605 of 1,793

In Northborough

#3 of 6

public schools

In district

#2 of 5

Northborough

Equity

8.2 / 10

Excellent

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Marion E Zeh

7.1/10

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

Robert E. Melican Middle School

7.1/10

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5.7/10

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About Marion E Zeh

Marion E Zeh is a public elementary school in Northborough, MA, part of Northborough. Marion E Zeh serves approximately 255 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Marion E Zeh has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #605 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Marion E Zeh show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 7.1 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.5
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.0Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-1.32 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.5Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency55.7% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency54.3% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+13.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+11.7 pts
Overall Proficiency55% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)56% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-1.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile63th
Resources & Environment6.7Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,731
Chronic Absenteeism10.6%

Marion E Zeh — Students at Marion E Zeh score 55% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 61.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 64.1% (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
82%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
77%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
74.3%
2019
Math
66.5%
ELA
68.3%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
47.3%
ELA
58.8%
2022
Math
57.3%
ELA
49.3%
2023
Math
65%
ELA
53%
2024
Math
71.7%
ELA
57.7%
2025
Math
55.7%
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: 7.0/10.

How Marion E Zeh Compares

See how Marion E Zeh performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.1/10
66th percentile in MA
Academic
7.5/10
Very Good
Growth
7.0/10
Very Good
Environment
6.7/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
18 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.6%

Location

33 Howard Street, Northborough, MA 01532

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Marion E Zeh may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. AL-HAMRA ACADEMY (rated 8.8/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Shrewsbury), which scores notably higher. Another option is Berlin Memorial School (rated 8.7/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Berlin), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Elsie A Hastings Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Westborough), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Northborough, see our Northborough schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Robert E. Melican Middle School Northborough 0.7 mi 7.1
Lincoln Street Northborough 0.7 mi 5.7
Marguerite E Peaslee Northborough 1.0 mi 5.7
Fannie E Proctor Northborough 1.5 mi 7.4
THE FITZGERALD INSTITUTE Northborough 1.2 mi
ST BERNADETTE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Northborough 1.4 mi 5.9
Algonquin Regional High Northborough 1.8 mi 9.0
HILLSIDE SCHOOL Marlborough 2.9 mi 8.0
Berlin Memorial School Berlin 3.7 mi 8.7
Spring Street School Shrewsbury 3.1 mi 5.4
Sarah W Gibbons Middle Westborough 3.9 mi 7.9
J Harding Armstrong Westborough 3.9 mi 6.5
Floral Street School Shrewsbury 3.6 mi 6.1
AL-HAMRA ACADEMY Shrewsbury 4.1 mi 8.8
EBRIDGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Westborough 4.0 mi
Elsie A Hastings Elementary Westborough 3.9 mi 7.8
Westborough High Westborough 4.5 mi 8.3
Mill Pond School Westborough 4.7 mi 7.3
ST MARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Shrewsbury 3.7 mi 7.5
Advanced Math and Science Academy Charter School Marlborough 3.6 mi 7.1

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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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Marion E Zeh

What grades does Marion E Zeh serve?

Marion E Zeh serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Marion E Zeh?

Marion E Zeh has an enrollment of approximately 255 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Marion E Zeh?

The student-teacher ratio at Marion E Zeh is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Marion E Zeh rank in MA?

Marion E Zeh ranks #605 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Marion E Zeh's MySchoolScout rating?

Marion E Zeh has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Marion E Zeh?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Marion E Zeh has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Marion E Zeh a charter school?

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

Is Marion E Zeh a Title I school?

No, Marion E Zeh is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
47 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
255
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Worcester County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.6%

District

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

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