Serving 313 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Daniel Webster ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than 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 13% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 313 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Daniel Webster School serves the southeast part of Marshfield, MA, covering an area of approximately 2.9 square miles, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 5 to 10 minutes. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 1.2 miles, while the furthest edge is located 1.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Daniel Webster's student population of 313 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
313 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
We are a safe, inclusive, and respectful learning community that empowers all to achieve their maximum potential.
School Rankings
Daniel Webster ranks within the top 30% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Daniel Webster is 0.24, which is less 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
#472 out of 1626 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
10%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
87%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.7%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Daniel Webster's ranking?
Daniel Webster is ranked #472 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Daniel Webster often compared to?
Daniel Websteris often viewed alongside schools like Martinson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Daniel Webster?
313 students attend Daniel Webster.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Daniel Webster students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Daniel Webster?
Daniel Webster has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Daniel Webster offer ?
Daniel Webster offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Daniel Webster part of?
Daniel Webster is part of Marshfield School District.
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