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Sippican
Elementary School · Marion
16 Spring Street, Marion, MA 02738
Enrollment
389
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
389
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,112 of 1,793
School environment
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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Sippican
Elementary School in Marion · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Sippican
Sippican is a public elementary school in Marion, MA, part of Marion. Sippican serves approximately 389 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Sippican has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,112 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Sippican show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Sippican — Students at Sippican score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 96 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: 4.4/10.
How Sippican Compares
See how Sippican performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
16 Spring Street, Marion, MA 02738
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sippican may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Center (rated 8.7/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Mattapoisett), which scores notably higher. Another option is Wareham Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Wareham), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Acushnet Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 7.3 miles away, in nearby Acushnet), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Marion, see our Marion schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TABOR ACADEMY Marion | 0.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Old Rochester Regional High Mattapoisett | 2.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Old Rochester Regional Jr High Mattapoisett | 2.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Center Mattapoisett | 3.8 mi | 8.7 |
| Wareham Middle Wareham | 4.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Wareham Senior High Wareham | 4.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Wareham Cooperative Alternative School Wareham | 4.4 mi | 4.5 |
| Old Hammondtown Mattapoisett | 4.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Wareham Elementary School Wareham | 5.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Rochester Memorial Rochester | 5.9 mi | 6.4 |
| East Fairhaven Fairhaven | 6.1 mi | 7.3 |
| CHRISTOPHER DONOVAN DAY SCHOOL- INC Onset | 6.3 mi | — |
| Leroy Wood Fairhaven | 7.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Old Colony Regional Vocational Technical Rochester | 7.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Albert F Ford Middle School Acushnet | 7.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Acushnet Elementary School Acushnet | 7.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Hastings Middle Fairhaven | 7.8 mi | 5.7 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Fairhaven | 7.9 mi | 4.8 |
| Fairhaven High Fairhaven | 8.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Jireh Swift New Bedford | 8.1 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02738 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$120,227
Median Home Value
$585,500
Median Rent
$1,452/mo
Population
5,312
College Educated
45.2%
Homeownership
84.5%
Avg Commute
37 min
Poverty Rate
5.9%
Median Age
46.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Charles A Bernazzani Elementary Quincy, MA | 5.7 |
| Cornelius M Callahan Norwood, MA | 5.7 |
| Early Childhood Center Melrose, MA | 5.7 |
| Frederick J Dutile North Billerica, MA | 5.7 |
| George H. Englesby Elementary School Dracut, MA | 5.7 |
| Gov Edward Winslow Marshfield, MA | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sippican
What grades does Sippican serve?
Sippican serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Sippican?
Sippican has an enrollment of approximately 389 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sippican?
The student-teacher ratio at Sippican is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sippican rank in MA?
Sippican ranks #1,112 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Sippican's MySchoolScout rating?
Sippican has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Sippican?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sippican has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Sippican a charter school?
No, Sippican is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sippican a Title I school?
No, Sippican is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 389
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Plymouth County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.1%
- Phone
- (508) 748-0100
Resources & Links
District
Marion- District Enrollment
- 389
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,395
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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