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Marshwood Great Works School

Elementary School · RSU 35/MSAD 35

49 Academy Street, South Berwick, ME 03908

Enrollment

304

Student-Teacher

13.2:1

Score

5.8

Grades

4th – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Maine schools

#343 of 542

In South Berwick

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#3 of 5

RSU 35/MSAD 35

School environment

7.1 / 10

Very Good

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Marshwood Great Works School

5.8/10

Elementary School in South Berwick · grades 4th – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Marshwood Great Works School

Marshwood Great Works School is a public elementary school in South Berwick, ME, part of RSU 35/MSAD 35. Marshwood Great Works School serves approximately 304 students, and covers grades 4th-5th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Marshwood Great Works School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #343 of 542 schools in ME.

Structured state assessment records for Marshwood Great Works School show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 5.0
  • ME avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.2Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change+0.17 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics6.0Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency80% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency90% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency85% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)90% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-4.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile44th
Resources & Environment7.1Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,602
Chronic Absenteeism14.8%

Marshwood Great Works School — Students at Marshwood Great Works School score 85% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 90%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

9.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores ME EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 65.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 72.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from ME state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
73%
ELA
75%
2010
Math
71%
ELA
80%
2011
Math
73%
ELA
79%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
65%
ELA
69%
2014
Math
51%
ELA
54%
2015
Math
54%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
58%
ELA
65%
2017
Math
55%
ELA
63%
2018
Math
55%
ELA
64%
2019
Math
55%
ELA
64%
2020*
Math
81%
ELA
88%
2021*
Math
81%
ELA
88%
2022
Math
80%
ELA
90%

* 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: 5.2/10.

How Marshwood Great Works School Compares

See how Marshwood Great Works School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.8/10
37th percentile in ME
Academic
6.0/10
Average
Growth
5.2/10
Average
Environment
7.1/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
9%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.8%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

49 Academy Street, South Berwick, ME 03908

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Marshwood Great Works School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Garrison School (rated 6.8/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby Dover), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Rollinsford Grade School (rated 6.3/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Rollinsford), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ST MARY ACADEMY (rated 6.1/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Dover), with a very similar rating. For more schools in South Berwick, see our South Berwick schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.4 mi
School Distance Rating
BERWICK ACADEMY South Berwick 0.2 mi 7.1
Central School South Berwick 0.7 mi 4.8
Rollinsford Grade School Rollinsford 1.2 mi 6.3
Marshwood High School South Berwick 1.7 mi 6.7
Vivian E Hussey School Berwick 3.2 mi 3.6
Eric L Knowlton School Berwick 4.1 mi 5.3
Noble Middle School Berwick 4.6 mi 5.8
Marshwood Middle School Eliot 5.0 mi 6.4
Idlehurst Elementary School Somersworth 3.9 mi 5.1
Somersworth Middle School Somersworth 4.2 mi 5.3
ST MARY ACADEMY Dover 4.3 mi 6.1
Somersworth High School Somersworth 4.3 mi 5.4
Frances G. Hopkins Elementary School at Horne Street Dover 4.2 mi 5.3
MY SCHOOL Dover 4.4 mi
Maple Wood Elementary School Somersworth 4.3 mi 4.2
Noble High School North Berwick 5.7 mi 6.8
ST THOMAS AQUINAS HIGH SCHOOL Dover 5.5 mi 5.5
SEACOAST WALDORF SCHOOL Eliot 5.9 mi 5.7
PORTSMOUTH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Dover 5.5 mi 6.4
Garrison School Dover 5.4 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 03908 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$97,927

Median Home Value

$385,000

Median Rent

$1,535/mo

Population

7,384

College Educated

38.8%

Homeownership

76.8%

Avg Commute

25.8 min

Poverty Rate

3.1%

Median Age

40.1

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Camden-Rockport Elementary School Rockport, ME 5.8
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Miller School Waldoboro, ME 5.8
Minot Consolidated School Minot, ME 5.8
Sacopee Valley Elementary School Hiram, ME 5.8
Suzanne M Smith Elementary School Levant, ME 5.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Marshwood Great Works School

What grades does Marshwood Great Works School serve?

Marshwood Great Works School serves students in grades 4th through 5th.

How many students attend Marshwood Great Works School?

Marshwood Great Works School has an enrollment of approximately 304 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Marshwood Great Works School?

The student-teacher ratio at Marshwood Great Works School is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Marshwood Great Works School rank in ME?

Marshwood Great Works School ranks #343 of 542 schools in ME.

What is Marshwood Great Works School's MySchoolScout rating?

Marshwood Great Works School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Marshwood Great Works School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Marshwood Great Works School has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Marshwood Great Works School a charter school?

No, Marshwood Great Works School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Marshwood Great Works School a Title I school?

No, Marshwood Great Works School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Marshwood Great Works School?

9.2% of students at Marshwood Great Works School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
20 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
4th – 5th
Enrollment
304
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
9.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
York County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.8%

District

RSU 35/MSAD 35
District Enrollment
2,134
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,602
District Rank
#3 of 5

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