Edward G. Molin Elementary School

70 Low Street
Newburyport, MA 01950
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
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Top 50%
Serving 281 students in grades 4-5, Edward G. Molin Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 4-5
  • Enrollment: 281 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 12%
  • : Top 50% in MA
  • : 40% (Top 50%)
  • : 61% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Edward G. Molin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:

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School Overview

Edward G. Molin Elementary School's student population of 281 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
281 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
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School Rankings

Edward G. Molin Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,644 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edward G. Molin Elementary School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (MA)
#625 out of 1644 schools
(Top 50%)
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40%
37%
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61%
49%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
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American Indian
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n/a
Asian
2%
7%
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Hispanic
6%
23%
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Black
1%
10%
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White
88%
56%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
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0.22
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
35%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
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School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Edward G. Molin Elementary School's ranking?
Edward G. Molin Elementary School is ranked #625 out of 1,644 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MA state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MA state average).
How many students attend Edward G. Molin Elementary School?
281 students attend Edward G. Molin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Edward G. Molin Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Edward G. Molin Elementary School?
Edward G. Molin Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Edward G. Molin Elementary School offer ?
Edward G. Molin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Edward G. Molin Elementary School part of?
Edward G. Molin Elementary School is part of Newburyport School District.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 4-5
  • Enrollment: 281 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 12%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 40% (Top 50%)
  • : 61% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

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