George R. Martin Elementary School is an elementary school in Seekonk, Massachusetts. It serves the K-5 student population of the town located south of Route 44. The building is named for donor George Rutherford Martin. Martin was a Shipping Foreman at the Universal Winding Company in East Providence.
Serving 446 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 60% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). 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 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 446 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 60% (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 446 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
446 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
1968
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 0.34, 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
#378 out of 1631 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)60%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
8%
25%
Black
3%
10%
White
81%
53%
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
21%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% 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?
446 students attend George R Martin.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of George R Martin students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of George R Martin?
George R Martin has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does George R Martin offer ?
George R Martin offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is George R Martin part of?
George R Martin is part of Seekonk School District.
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