Serving 535 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Clifford H Marshall Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 535 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clifford H Marshall Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
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Attribute
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School Overview
Clifford H Marshall Elementary School's student population of 535 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 51% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
535 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Year Founded
1998
School Calendar
School Rankings
Clifford H Marshall Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clifford H Marshall Elementary School is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#836 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
37%
8%
Hispanic
15%
26%
Black
17%
10%
White
25%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clifford H Marshall Elementary School's ranking?
Clifford H Marshall Elementary School is ranked #836 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Clifford H Marshall Elementary School often compared to?
Clifford H Marshall Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Point Webster Middle School, Bryantville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Clifford H Marshall Elementary School?
535 students attend Clifford H Marshall Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Clifford H Marshall Elementary School students are Asian, 25% of students are White, 17% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clifford H Marshall Elementary School?
Clifford H Marshall Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Clifford H Marshall Elementary School offer ?
Clifford H Marshall Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Clifford H Marshall Elementary School part of?
Clifford H Marshall Elementary School is part of Quincy School District.
School Reviews
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