Serving 445 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 53% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). 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 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 445 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Martinson Elementary serves the northwest part of Marshfield, MA, encompassing an area of approximately 9.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 3.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Martinson Elementary School's student population of 445 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
445 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Martinson Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Martinson Elementary School is 0.26, 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
#512 out of 1626 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
10%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
86%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.5%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Rams colors unspecified
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Martinson Elementary School's ranking?
Martinson Elementary School is ranked #512 out of 1,626 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?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% 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?
445 students attend Martinson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Martinson Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 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 12:1, which is equal to 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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