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#188 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 10% in state

P Brent Trottier

Middle School · Southborough

49 Parkerville Rd, Southborough, MA 01772

Enrollment

407

Student-Teacher

10.2:1

Score

8.6

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#188 of 1,793

In Southborough

#1 of 4

public schools

In district

#1 of 4

Southborough

Equity

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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P Brent Trottier

8.6/10

Middle School in Southborough · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.5/10

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About P Brent Trottier

P Brent Trottier is a public middle school in Southborough, MA, part of Southborough. P Brent Trottier serves approximately 407 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. P Brent Trottier has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #188 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for P Brent Trottier show 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.2 pts above MA schools
  • This school 8.6 · Excellent
  • MA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.6Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-0.98 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.2Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency66.8% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency73.5% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+24.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+30.6 pts
Overall Proficiency70% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)58% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+12.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile87th
Resources & Environment9.3Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,964
Chronic Absenteeism8.6%

P Brent Trottier — Students at P Brent Trottier score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 73.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.1% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 73.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.5% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 96 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
67%
ELA
89%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
90%
2011
Math
70%
ELA
90%
2012
Math
73%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
74%
ELA
92%
2014
Math
78%
ELA
92%
2015
Math
81%
ELA
92%
2016
Math
80%
ELA
78%
2017
Math
80%
ELA
69%
2018
Math
80.2%
ELA
70.6%
2019
Math
82.6%
ELA
75.6%
2020*
Math
68%
ELA
66%
2021*
Math
68.2%
ELA
66%
2022
Math
71%
ELA
62.6%
2023
Math
70%
ELA
73.5%
2024
Math
68.3%
ELA
72%
2025
Math
66.8%
ELA
73.5%

* 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: 7.6/10.

How P Brent Trottier Compares

See how P Brent Trottier performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.6/10
90th percentile in MA
Academic
9.2/10
Excellent
Growth
7.6/10
Very Good
Environment
9.3/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
40 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
8.6%

Location

49 Parkerville Rd, Southborough, MA 01772

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering P Brent Trottier may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. ST MARK'S SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Albert S. Woodward Memorial School (rated 8.2/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Elsie A Hastings Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Westborough), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Southborough, see our Southborough schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Margaret A Neary Southborough 0.3 mi 7.5
FAY SCHOOL Southborough 0.6 mi 7.4
ST MARK'S SCHOOL Southborough 0.9 mi 8.2
Albert S. Woodward Memorial School Southborough 0.9 mi 8.2
Mary E Finn School Southborough 1.8 mi 7.5
GLENHAVEN ACADEMY Marlborough 2.6 mi 7.0
THE NEW ENGLAND CENTER FOR CHILDREN Southborough 2.2 mi 7.7
Francis J Kane Marlborough 3.2 mi 6.0
Advanced Math and Science Academy Charter School Marlborough 3.0 mi 7.1
Early Childhood Center Marlborough 3.4 mi 3.3
Richer Marlborough 3.2 mi 2.4
THE COTTAGE CHILDRENS CENTER Marlborough 3.9 mi
1 LT Charles W. Whitcomb School Marlborough 4.0 mi 3.8
Goodnow Brothers Elementary School Marlborough 4.4 mi 7.1
Elsie A Hastings Elementary Westborough 3.4 mi 7.8
Marlborough High Marlborough 4.4 mi 6.0
Charles Jaworek School Marlborough 4.7 mi 3.8
EBRIDGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Westborough 3.8 mi
Assabet Valley Vocational High School Marlborough 4.9 mi 6.6
METROWEST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Ashland 4.2 mi 4.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01772 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$196,680

Median Home Value

$816,500

Median Rent

$2,425/mo

Population

9,781

College Educated

75.4%

Homeownership

89.4%

Avg Commute

32.8 min

Poverty Rate

4.1%

Median Age

43.3

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Miles River Middle Hamilton, MA 8.6
BOSTON COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL Dorchester, MA 8.5
Rupert A Nock Middle Newburyport, MA 8.5
Dover-Sherborn Regional Middle School Dover, MA 8.4
Manchester Essex Regional Middle School Manchester, MA 8.4
Watertown Middle Watertown, MA 8.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about P Brent Trottier

What grades does P Brent Trottier serve?

P Brent Trottier serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend P Brent Trottier?

P Brent Trottier has an enrollment of approximately 407 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at P Brent Trottier?

The student-teacher ratio at P Brent Trottier is 10.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does P Brent Trottier rank in MA?

P Brent Trottier ranks #188 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is P Brent Trottier's MySchoolScout rating?

P Brent Trottier has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 P Brent Trottier?

Based on loaded state assessment records, P Brent Trottier has 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is P Brent Trottier a charter school?

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

Is P Brent Trottier a Title I school?

No, P Brent Trottier is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
6 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
407
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
40
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Worcester County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
8.6%

District

Southborough
District Enrollment
1,304
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,964
District Rank
#1 of 4

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