Margaret A. Neary Elementary School is a public school in Southborough, Massachusetts, U.S. In the 2022-2023 academic year, it serves 263 students in grades 4 and 5. It serves 4th and 5th graders in Southborough and is in the Northborough-Southborough Regional School District.
Serving 275 students in grades 4-5, Margaret A Neary ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 275 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Margaret A Neary serves the entire district in Southborough, MA, encompassing approximately 15.5 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Margaret A Neary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Margaret A Neary's student population of 275 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
275 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
1970
School Motto
Be Ready, Be Responsible, Be Respectful, Be Safe and Always Be Kind!
School Rankings
Margaret A Neary ranks within the top 5% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Margaret A Neary is 0.53, 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
#67 out of 1626 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
27%
8%
Hispanic
6%
26%
Black
1%
10%
White
63%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.4%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Margaret A Neary's ranking?
Margaret A Neary is ranked #67 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Margaret A Neary?
275 students attend Margaret A Neary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Margaret A Neary students are White, 27% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Margaret A Neary?
Margaret A Neary has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Margaret A Neary offer ?
Margaret A Neary offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Margaret A Neary part of?
Margaret A Neary is part of Southborough School District.
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