For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 469 students in Merrimac, MA (there are 1 private school, serving 10 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in Merrimac, MA are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
The top ranked public school in Merrimac, MA is Helen R Donaghue School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Merrimac, MA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in Merrimac have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public school average of 44% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Merrimac, MA (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Helen R Donaghue School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
24 Union Street Ext.
Merrimac, MA 01860
(978) 346-8921
Merrimac, MA 01860
(978) 346-8921
Grades: 3-6
| 256 students
Rank: n/an/a
104 Church Street
Merrimac, MA 01860
(978) 346-8319
Merrimac, MA 01860
(978) 346-8319
Grades: PK-2
| 213 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Merrimac, MA?
The top ranked public schools in Merrimac, MA include Helen R Donaghue School.
How many public schools are located in Merrimac, MA?
2 public schools are located in Merrimac, MA.
What percentage of students in Merrimac, MA go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in Merrimac, MA are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in Merrimac, MA?
Merrimac, MA public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public schools average of 44% (majority Hispanic).
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