Margaret A. Neary Elementary School is a public school in Southborough, Massachusetts, U.S. In the 2022-2023 academic year, it serves 263 students in grades 4 and 5. It serves 4th and 5th graders in Southborough and is in the Northborough-Southborough Regional School District.
Serving 285 students in grades 4-5, Margaret A Neary ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher 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 Facts (2025)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 285 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Margaret A Neary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Margaret A Neary's student population of 285 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
285 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
1970
School Calendar
School Motto
Be Ready, Be Responsible, Be Respectful, Be Safe and Always Be Kind!
School Rankings
Margaret A Neary ranks within the top 5% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Margaret A Neary is 0.49, 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
#67 out of 1626 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
21%
7%
Hispanic
5%
25%
Black
1%
10%
White
68%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Margaret A Neary's ranking?
Margaret A Neary is ranked #67 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Margaret A Neary?
285 students attend Margaret A Neary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Margaret A Neary students are White, 21% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Margaret A Neary?
Margaret A Neary has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Margaret A Neary offer ?
Margaret A Neary offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Margaret A Neary part of?
Margaret A Neary is part of Southborough School District.
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