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#1401 of 1,793 schools in MA

Martinson Elementary

Elementary School · Marshfield

275 Forest Street, Marshfield, MA 02050

Enrollment

453

Student-Teacher

11.3:1

Score

4.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,401 of 1,793

In Marshfield

#6 of 7

public schools

In district

#6 of 7

Marshfield

Equity

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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Martinson Elementary

4.8/10

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

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6.9/10

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About Martinson Elementary

Martinson Elementary is a public elementary school in Marshfield, MA, part of Marshfield. Martinson Elementary serves approximately 453 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Martinson Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,401 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Martinson Elementary show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts below district
  • This school 4.8 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.8
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.5Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-3.63 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.1Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency57.3% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47.3% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+15.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+4.7 pts
Overall Proficiency52% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)56% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-4.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile57th
Resources & Environment7.1Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,363
Chronic Absenteeism13.2%

Martinson Elementary — Students at Martinson Elementary score 52% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 62.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 65.4% (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
74%
ELA
81%
2010
Math
78%
ELA
80%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
76%
2012
Math
78%
ELA
78%
2013
Math
78%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
81%
ELA
80%
2015
Math
78%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
65%
ELA
68%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
78%
2018
Math
65.5%
ELA
79.8%
2019
Math
66.5%
ELA
77.3%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
54%
ELA
68.3%
2022
Math
51%
ELA
53.3%
2023
Math
53%
ELA
49%
2024
Math
58.3%
ELA
41.3%
2025
Math
57.3%
ELA
47.3%

* 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: 2.5/10.

How Martinson Elementary Compares

See how Martinson Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.8/10
22th percentile in MA
Academic
7.1/10
Very Good
Growth
2.5/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.1/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
40 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.2%

Location

275 Forest Street, Marshfield, MA 02050

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Martinson Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. William G Vinal (rated 8.7/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby Norwell), which scores notably higher. Another option is Alden School (rated 8.0/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby Duxbury), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Jenkins Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby Scituate), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Marshfield, see our Marshfield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Marshfield High Marshfield 0.2 mi 6.9
Furnace Brook Middle Marshfield 0.3 mi 6.2
Eames Way School Marshfield 1.6 mi 7.2
South River Marshfield 1.7 mi 7.1
North Pembroke Elementary Pembroke 2.2 mi 6.6
Daniel Webster Marshfield 2.9 mi 4.3
INLY SCHOOL Scituate 4.4 mi 6.9
Chandler Elementary Duxbury 5.2 mi 6.6
ELEMENTS MONTESSORI Duxbury 5.2 mi
Hobomock Elementary Pembroke 4.9 mi 4.3
CARDINAL CUSHING CENTERS Hanover 4.1 mi 6.9
Jenkins Elementary School Scituate 5.6 mi 7.5
Pembroke High School Pembroke 4.9 mi 6.7
Gov Edward Winslow Marshfield 4.6 mi 5.7
William G Vinal Norwell 5.4 mi 8.7
Alden School Duxbury 5.4 mi 8.0
Duxbury High Duxbury 5.4 mi 9.1
Duxbury Middle Duxbury 5.5 mi 8.1
Norwell Middle School Norwell 5.1 mi 8.1
Gates Middle School Scituate 6.3 mi 8.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02050 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$125,436

Median Home Value

$622,600

Median Rent

$1,620/mo

Population

25,903

College Educated

52.8%

Homeownership

81.1%

Avg Commute

36.3 min

Poverty Rate

7.5%

Median Age

46.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Martinson Elementary

What grades does Martinson Elementary serve?

Martinson Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Martinson Elementary?

Martinson Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 453 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Martinson Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Martinson Elementary is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Martinson Elementary rank in MA?

Martinson Elementary ranks #1,401 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Martinson Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Martinson Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Martinson Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Martinson Elementary has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Martinson Elementary a charter school?

No, Martinson Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Martinson Elementary a Title I school?

No, Martinson Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
17 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
453
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
40
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Plymouth County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.2%

District

Marshfield
District Enrollment
3,672
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,363
District Rank
#6 of 7

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