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#824 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 46% in state

Merrymount

Elementary School · Quincy

4 Agawam Rd, Quincy, MA 02169

Enrollment

319

Student-Teacher

12.8:1

Score

6.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#824 of 1,793

In Quincy

#5 of 19

public schools

In district

#5 of 19

Quincy

Academic performance

7.8 / 10

Very Good

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Merrymount

6.5/10

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

Broad Meadows Middle

5.5/10

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5.2/10

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About Merrymount

Merrymount is a public elementary school in Quincy, MA, part of Quincy. Merrymount serves approximately 319 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Merrymount has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #824 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Merrymount show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts above district
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • District avg 5.5
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.3Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-2.07 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.8Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency53% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47.3% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+10.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+4.7 pts
Overall Proficiency50% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+5.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile67th
Resources & Environment7.3Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,369
Chronic Absenteeism10%

Merrymount — Students at Merrymount score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 55.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 62.1% (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
77%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
82%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2015
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
61.3%
ELA
66.3%
2019
Math
49%
ELA
61.3%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
34.8%
ELA
58%
2022
Math
58.5%
ELA
58.5%
2023
Math
41.3%
ELA
62.3%
2024
Math
42.7%
ELA
49%
2025
Math
53%
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: 5.3/10.

How Merrymount Compares

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

Overall Score
6.5/10
54th percentile in MA
Academic
7.8/10
Very Good
Growth
5.3/10
Average
Environment
7.3/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.0%

Location

4 Agawam Rd, Quincy, MA 02169

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Merrymount may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wollaston School (rated 8.6/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is QUINCY CATHOLIC ACADEMY (rated 7.1/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Francis W Parker (rated 6.4/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Quincy, see our Quincy schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Broad Meadows Middle Quincy 0.5 mi 5.5
Beechwood Knoll Elementary Quincy 0.7 mi 5.2
Quincy High Quincy 0.9 mi 5.5
THE WOODWARD SCHOOL Quincy 0.9 mi 6.8
Point Webster Middle Quincy 1.2 mi 4.1
Central Middle Quincy 1.0 mi 6.8
CAMPUS KINDER HAUS Quincy 1.1 mi
Clifford H Marshall Elementary Quincy 1.6 mi 4.7
ADAMS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Quincy 1.5 mi 5.5
LUMEN VERUM ACADEMY Braintree 1.8 mi
Snug Harbor Community School Quincy 1.5 mi 4.0
Lincoln-Hancock Community School Quincy 1.8 mi 4.7
Wollaston School Quincy 1.5 mi 8.6
Charles A Bernazzani Elementary Quincy 1.6 mi 5.7
Francis W Parker Quincy 1.6 mi 6.4
Atlantic Middle Quincy 1.8 mi 5.9
South West Middle School Quincy 2.1 mi 5.5
Amelio Della Chiesa Early Childhood Center Quincy 2.1 mi 5.5
QUINCY CATHOLIC ACADEMY Quincy 1.8 mi 7.1
Atherton Hough Quincy 1.8 mi 3.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02169 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$92,080

Median Home Value

$552,200

Median Rent

$1,975/mo

Population

60,928

College Educated

48.5%

Homeownership

40.3%

Avg Commute

34.3 min

Poverty Rate

12.6%

Median Age

38.5

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Discovery School at Four Corners Greenfield, MA 6.5
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Elizabeth G Lyons Elementary Randolph, MA 6.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Merrymount

What grades does Merrymount serve?

Merrymount serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Merrymount?

Merrymount has an enrollment of approximately 319 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Merrymount?

The student-teacher ratio at Merrymount is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Merrymount rank in MA?

Merrymount ranks #824 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Merrymount's MySchoolScout rating?

Merrymount has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Merrymount?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Merrymount has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Merrymount a charter school?

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

Is Merrymount a Title I school?

No, Merrymount is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
37 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
32 Some Transit
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
319
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Norfolk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.0%

District

Quincy
District Enrollment
9,695
Schools in District
19
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,369
District Rank
#5 of 19

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