Serving 453 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Martinson 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 51% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 453 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Martinson Elementary School's student population of 453 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
453 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
Martinson Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Martinson Elementary School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#554 out of 1631 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
4%
25%
Black
4%
10%
White
88%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Martinson Elementary School's ranking?
Martinson Elementary School is ranked #554 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Martinson Elementary School often compared to?
Martinson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jenkins Elementary School, Daniel Webster by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Martinson Elementary School?
453 students attend Martinson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Martinson Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Martinson Elementary School?
Martinson Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Martinson Elementary School offer ?
Martinson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Martinson Elementary School part of?
Martinson Elementary School is part of Marshfield School District.
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