Needs Improvement
#1792 of 1,793 schools in MA
Richer
Elementary School · Marlborough
80 Foley Road, Marlborough, MA 01752
Enrollment
578
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
2.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
578
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
2.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,792 of 1,793
In Marlborough
#9 of 9
public schools
In district
#7 of 7
Marlborough
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Richer
Elementary School in Marlborough · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Richer
Richer is a public elementary school in Marlborough, MA, part of Marlborough. Richer serves approximately 578 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Richer has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,792 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Richer show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 2.4 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.8
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Richer 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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Richer — Students at Richer score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 76 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 1.6/10.
How Richer Compares
See how Richer performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
80 Foley Road, Marlborough, MA 01752
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Richer may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Goodnow Brothers Elementary School (rated 7.1/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Francis J Kane (rated 6.0/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST BERNADETTE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Northborough), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Marlborough, see our Marlborough schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Advanced Math and Science Academy Charter School Marlborough | 0.3 mi | 7.1 |
| THE COTTAGE CHILDRENS CENTER Marlborough | 1.6 mi | — |
| HILLSIDE SCHOOL Marlborough | 1.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Assabet Valley Vocational High School Marlborough | 2.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Early Childhood Center Marlborough | 1.8 mi | 3.3 |
| 1 LT Charles W. Whitcomb School Marlborough | 2.0 mi | 3.8 |
| Algonquin Regional High Northborough | 2.0 mi | 9.0 |
| GLENHAVEN ACADEMY Marlborough | 2.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Goodnow Brothers Elementary School Marlborough | 2.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Marlborough High Marlborough | 2.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Hudson High Hudson | 2.9 mi | 5.7 |
| ST BERNADETTE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Northborough | 2.3 mi | 5.9 |
| THE FITZGERALD INSTITUTE Northborough | 2.5 mi | — |
| P Brent Trottier Southborough | 3.2 mi | 8.6 |
| Charles Jaworek School Marlborough | 3.0 mi | 3.8 |
| Marguerite E Peaslee Northborough | 2.8 mi | 5.7 |
| DARNELL SCHOOL FOR EDUCATIONAL & BEHAVIORAL SERVIC Hudson | 3.7 mi | — |
| FAY SCHOOL Southborough | 3.2 mi | 7.4 |
| ST MARK'S SCHOOL Southborough | 3.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Francis J Kane Marlborough | 2.9 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01752 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$95,047
Median Home Value
$485,400
Median Rent
$1,721/mo
Population
41,398
College Educated
40.6%
Homeownership
56.2%
Avg Commute
29.4 min
Poverty Rate
9.2%
Median Age
37.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Arlington Elementary Lawrence, MA | 2.4 |
| Sumner G. Whittier School Everett, MA | 2.4 |
| Union Hill School Worcester, MA | 2.4 |
| Veterans Early Learning Center Saugus, MA | 2.6 |
| Potter Road Framingham, MA | 2.7 |
| Hoosac Valley Elementary School Adams, MA | 2.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Richer
What grades does Richer serve?
Richer serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Richer?
Richer has an enrollment of approximately 578 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Richer?
The student-teacher ratio at Richer 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 Richer rank in MA?
Richer ranks #1,792 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Richer's MySchoolScout rating?
Richer has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.4 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 Richer?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Richer has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Richer a charter school?
No, Richer is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Richer a Title I school?
No, Richer is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 578
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.1%
- Phone
- (508) 460-3504
Resources & Links
District
Marlborough- District Enrollment
- 4,729
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,301
- District Rank
- #7 of 7
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