Serving 456 students in grades Kindergarten-5, George R Martin 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 59% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 46% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 456 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
George R Martin's student population of 456 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
456 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
George R Martin ranks within the top 30% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of George R Martin is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#378 out of 1631 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
6%
24%
Black
2%
10%
White
85%
54%
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
20%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George R Martin's ranking?
George R Martin is ranked #378 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are George R Martin often compared to?
George R Martinis often viewed alongside schools like Mildred Aitken School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend George R Martin?
456 students attend George R Martin.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of George R Martin students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of George R Martin?
George R Martin has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does George R Martin offer ?
George R Martin offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is George R Martin part of?
George R Martin is part of Seekonk School District.
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