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Barbieri Elementary

Elementary School · Framingham

100 Dudley Rd, Framingham, MA 01701

Enrollment

658

Student-Teacher

12.9:1

Score

4.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,486 of 1,793

In Framingham

#8 of 16

public schools

In district

#6 of 14

Framingham

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Barbieri Elementary

4.5/10

Elementary School in Framingham · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Barbieri Elementary

Barbieri Elementary is a public elementary school in Framingham, MA, part of Framingham. Barbieri Elementary serves approximately 658 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Barbieri Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,486 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Barbieri Elementary show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.4 pts above district
  • This school 4.5 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.1
  • MA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

34% of students at Barbieri Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.9Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-1.79 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics2.2Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency11.7% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency18% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-30.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-24.6 pts
Overall Proficiency15% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-23.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile6th
Resources & Environment4.5Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,335
Chronic Absenteeism34.3%

Barbieri Elementary — Students at Barbieri Elementary score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 19.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 28.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.6% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 82 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2010
Math
36%
ELA
49%
2011
Math
35%
ELA
44%
2012
Math
39%
ELA
37%
2013
Math
38%
ELA
39%
2014
Math
36%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
38%
ELA
45%
2016
Math
24%
ELA
25%
2017
Math
23%
ELA
28%
2018
Math
21.8%
ELA
28.3%
2019
Math
25.3%
ELA
30.3%
2020*
Math
8%
ELA
26%
2021*
Math
9%
ELA
27.8%
2022
Math
7.3%
ELA
17.8%
2023
Math
11.7%
ELA
22.7%
2024
Math
10.7%
ELA
19.3%
2025
Math
11.7%
ELA
18%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.9/10.

How Barbieri Elementary Compares

See how Barbieri Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.5/10
17th percentile in MA
Academic
2.2/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
5.9/10
Average
Environment
4.5/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
51 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
34.3%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

100 Dudley Rd, Framingham, MA 01701

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Barbieri Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. David Mindess (rated 7.2/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Ashland), which scores notably higher. Another option is King Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SUMMIT MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Framingham, see our Framingham schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Joseph P Keefe Technical High School Framingham 0.3 mi 7.3
ST BRIDGET SCHOOL Framingham 1.3 mi 5.7
Miriam F McCarthy School Framingham 1.1 mi 3.5
Fuller Middle Framingham 1.3 mi 4.9
Ashland High Ashland 1.4 mi 6.7
PINCUSHION HILL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Ashland 1.2 mi
WAYSIDE ACADEMY Framingham 1.6 mi
THE LEARNING CENTER FOR THE DEAF Framingham 1.9 mi 8.8
SUMMIT MONTESSORI SCHOOL Framingham 1.9 mi 7.0
David Mindess Ashland 1.8 mi 7.2
Harmony Grove Elementary Framingham 1.8 mi 3.7
William Pittaway Elementary Ashland 2.1 mi 4.9
Juniper Hill School Framingham 2.5 mi 5.1
Henry E Warren Elementary Ashland 2.7 mi 5.0
Brophy Framingham 2.5 mi 3.7
Charlotte A Dunning Framingham 2.9 mi 3.8
Walsh Middle Framingham 3.0 mi 5.0
King Elementary School Framingham 3.2 mi 7.2
Christa McAuliffe Charter School Framingham 2.7 mi 4.8
RCS LEARNING CENTER Natick 2.5 mi 6.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$127,000

Median Home Value

$612,600

Median Rent

$1,973/mo

Population

32,270

College Educated

60.6%

Homeownership

78.2%

Avg Commute

29.2 min

Poverty Rate

5.9%

Median Age

43.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Barbieri Elementary

What grades does Barbieri Elementary serve?

Barbieri Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Barbieri Elementary?

Barbieri Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 658 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Barbieri Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Barbieri Elementary is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Barbieri Elementary rank in MA?

Barbieri Elementary ranks #1,486 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Barbieri Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Barbieri Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Barbieri Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Barbieri Elementary has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Barbieri Elementary a charter school?

No, Barbieri Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Barbieri Elementary a Title I school?

No, Barbieri Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
21 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
31 Some Transit
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
658
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
51
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
34.3%

District

Framingham
District Enrollment
9,134
Schools in District
14
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,335
District Rank
#6 of 14

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