Serving 407 students in grades 6-8, P Brent Trottier ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 407 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P Brent Trottier ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
P Brent Trottier's student population of 407 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
407 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
P Brent Trottier ranks within the top 20% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P Brent Trottier is 0.50, 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
#230 out of 1631 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
19%
7%
Hispanic
5%
25%
Black
1%
10%
White
68%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is P Brent Trottier's ranking?
P Brent Trottier is ranked #230 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend P Brent Trottier?
407 students attend P Brent Trottier.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of P Brent Trottier students are White, 19% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of P Brent Trottier?
P Brent Trottier has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does P Brent Trottier offer ?
P Brent Trottier offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is P Brent Trottier part of?
P Brent Trottier is part of Southborough School District.
School Reviews
5 12/7/2015
Trottier is definitely a school that attempts to teach its students at an advanced level, with importance in analytical skills, creativity, writing skills and enrichment in math. The teachers, who for the most part are enthusiastic, are able to provide a challenge to those willing to be challenged.
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