HELEN R DONAGHUE SCHOOL

Helen R Donaghue School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Pentucket school district, located in Merrimac, MA with about 241 students offering grade levels from 3rd Grade to 6th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 22 teachers, Helen R Donaghue School has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

The Helen R. Donaghue School, located at 24 Union Street Extension in Merrimac, Massachusetts, serves as a primary educational facility within the Pentucket Regional School District. As a key component of the local public school system, the institution focuses on providing foundational instruction to the youngest members of the community, typically serving students in the early elementary grade levels. The school is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment that emphasizes both academic growth and the social-emotional development of its students.

Reflecting the broader mission of the Pentucket Regional School District, the Donaghue School prioritizes a collaborative partnership between educators, families, and the Merrimac community. By utilizing the district’s integrated curriculum and educational resources, the school strives to prepare its students for future academic success while cultivating a lifelong enthusiasm for learning. For families seeking more detailed information regarding school policies, academic calendars, or district-wide initiatives, the school maintains an active presence through the official Pentucket Regional School District website at http://www.prsd.org.

For more information, contact Helen R Donaghue School at (978) 346-8921 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.