Serving 251 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Marion E Zeh 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (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 36% of the student body (majority 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: 251 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marion E Zeh's student population of 251 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
251 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Marion E Zeh 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 Marion E Zeh is 0.54, 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
#455 out of 1631 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
18%
7%
Hispanic
13%
24%
Black
1%
10%
White
64%
54%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
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 Marion E Zeh's ranking?
Marion E Zeh is ranked #455 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Marion E Zeh often compared to?
Marion E Zehis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Street, Fannie E Proctor by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Marion E Zeh?
251 students attend Marion E Zeh.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Marion E Zeh students are White, 18% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marion E Zeh?
Marion E Zeh has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Marion E Zeh offer ?
Marion E Zeh offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Marion E Zeh part of?
Marion E Zeh is part of Northborough School District.
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