Serving 502 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Nathaniel Morton Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (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 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 502 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nathaniel Morton Elementary School's student population of 502 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
502 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
Nathaniel Morton Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nathaniel Morton Elementary School is 0.33, 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
#724 out of 1631 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
12%
25%
Black
2%
10%
White
81%
53%
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
31%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Nathaniel Morton Elementary School's ranking?
Nathaniel Morton Elementary School is ranked #724 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Nathaniel Morton Elementary School often compared to?
Nathaniel Morton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hedge by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Nathaniel Morton Elementary School?
502 students attend Nathaniel Morton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Nathaniel Morton Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nathaniel Morton Elementary School?
Nathaniel Morton Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Nathaniel Morton Elementary School offer ?
Nathaniel Morton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Nathaniel Morton Elementary School part of?
Nathaniel Morton Elementary School is part of Plymouth School District.
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