Very Good
#599 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 33% in state
South River
Elementary School · Marshfield
59 Hatch Street, Marshfield, MA 02050
Enrollment
249
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
249
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#599 of 1,793
In Marshfield
#2 of 7
public schools
In district
#2 of 7
Marshfield
Equity
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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South River
Elementary School in Marshfield · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About South River
South River is a public elementary school in Marshfield, MA, part of Marshfield. South River serves approximately 249 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. South River has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #599 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for South River show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 5.8
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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South River — Students at South River score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 82 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 6.4/10.
How South River Compares
See how South River performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
59 Hatch Street, Marshfield, MA 02050
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering South River may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Alden School (rated 8.0/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Duxbury), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Jenkins Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 6.7 miles away, in nearby Scituate), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Eames Way School (rated 7.2/10, 2.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Marshfield, see our Marshfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Furnace Brook Middle Marshfield | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Daniel Webster Marshfield | 1.5 mi | 4.3 |
| Martinson Elementary Marshfield | 1.7 mi | 4.8 |
| Marshfield High Marshfield | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Eames Way School Marshfield | 2.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Gov Edward Winslow Marshfield | 2.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Alden School Duxbury | 3.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Duxbury High Duxbury | 3.8 mi | 9.1 |
| Duxbury Middle Duxbury | 3.9 mi | 8.1 |
| Chandler Elementary Duxbury | 4.2 mi | 6.6 |
| ELEMENTS MONTESSORI Duxbury | 4.3 mi | — |
| North Pembroke Elementary Pembroke | 3.3 mi | 6.6 |
| BAY FARM MONTESSORI ACADEMY Duxbury | 6.0 mi | 6.0 |
| INLY SCHOOL Scituate | 5.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Hobomock Elementary Pembroke | 5.0 mi | 4.3 |
| Pembroke High School Pembroke | 5.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Jenkins Elementary School Scituate | 6.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Silver Lake Regional Middle School Kingston | 6.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Silver Lake Regional High Kingston | 6.6 mi | 6.2 |
| CARDINAL CUSHING CENTERS Hanover | 5.6 mi | 6.9 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Aborn Lynn, MA | 7.1 |
| Colonial Park Stoneham, MA | 7.1 |
| Heath-Brook Tewksbury, MA | 7.1 |
| Herbert Clark Hoover Melrose, MA | 7.1 |
| Marion E Zeh Northborough, MA | 7.1 |
| Peabody Cambridge, MA | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about South River
What grades does South River serve?
South River serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend South River?
South River has an enrollment of approximately 249 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at South River?
The student-teacher ratio at South River is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does South River rank in MA?
South River ranks #599 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is South River's MySchoolScout rating?
South River has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 South River?
Based on loaded state assessment records, South River has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is South River a charter school?
No, South River is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is South River a Title I school?
No, South River is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 249
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Plymouth County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.4%
- Phone
- (781) 834-5030
Resources & Links
District
Marshfield- District Enrollment
- 3,672
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,363
- District Rank
- #2 of 7
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