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#396 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 22% in state

Burke/memorial Elementary School

Elementary School · Medway

16 Cassidy Lane, Medway, MA 02053

Enrollment

510

Student-Teacher

17:1

Score

7.8

Grades

2nd – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#396 of 1,793

In Medway

#1 of 4

public schools

In district

#1 of 4

Medway

Academic growth

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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Burke/memorial Elementary School

7.8/10

Elementary School in Medway · grades 2nd – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.4/10

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6.4/10

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About Burke/memorial Elementary School

Burke/memorial Elementary School is a public elementary school in Medway, MA, part of Medway. Burke/memorial Elementary School serves approximately 510 students, and covers grades 2nd-4th, and has a 17:1 student-teacher ratio. Burke/memorial Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #396 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Burke/memorial Elementary School show 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 7.8 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.1
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.1Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change+0.03 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics8.4Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency65% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency61% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+22.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+18.4 pts
Overall Proficiency63% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)59% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+4.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile76th
Resources & Environment3.7Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,213
Chronic Absenteeism7.8%

Burke/memorial Elementary School — Students at Burke/memorial Elementary School score 63% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 67.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.8% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 66.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.6% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 56 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
70%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
74%
ELA
74%
2011
Math
75%
ELA
74%
2012
Math
81%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
74%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
75%
ELA
76%
2015
Math
78%
ELA
74%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
68%
2017
Math
64%
ELA
63%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
63.7%
2019
Math
55.7%
ELA
62.3%
2020*
Math
67%
ELA
73%
2021*
Math
65.7%
ELA
72.3%
2022
Math
71%
ELA
64%
2023
Math
70%
ELA
64.5%
2024
Math
66.5%
ELA
50%
2025
Math
65%
ELA
61%

* 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: 9.1/10.

How Burke/memorial Elementary School Compares

See how Burke/memorial Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.8/10
78th percentile in MA
Academic
8.4/10
Excellent
Growth
9.1/10
Excellent
Environment
3.7/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
7.8%

Location

16 Cassidy Lane, Medway, MA 02053

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Burke/memorial Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Oak Street Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Franklin), with a very similar rating. Another option is J F Kennedy Memorial (rated 7.6/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Franklin), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Helen Keller Elementary (rated 6.6/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Franklin), a more accessible option. For more schools in Medway, see our Medway schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Medway Middle Medway 0.2 mi 7.4
John D Mc Govern Elementary Medway 1.0 mi 6.4
Medway High Medway 1.8 mi 6.7
Helen Keller Elementary Franklin 2.3 mi 6.6
Annie Sullivan Middle School Franklin 2.3 mi 6.9
J F Kennedy Memorial Franklin 2.6 mi 7.6
WOODSIDE MONTESSORI ACADEMY Millis 2.1 mi 5.1
Franklin High Franklin 3.4 mi 7.4
Tri-County Regional Vocational Technical Franklin 3.4 mi 7.4
Horace Mann Franklin 3.5 mi 7.8
Oak Street Elementary Franklin 3.5 mi 8.0
Franklin Early Childhood Development Center Franklin 3.5 mi 4.9
Clyde F Brown Millis 2.8 mi 4.1
Millis Middle Millis 2.9 mi 7.3
Millis High School Millis 2.9 mi 8.9
Stall Brook Bellingham 2.9 mi 5.0
Bellingham Early Childhood Center Bellingham 3.0 mi 3.6
TIES Millis 3.2 mi
Robert H. Adams Middle School Holliston 4.4 mi 7.9
Placentino Elementary Holliston 4.5 mi 4.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02053 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$174,357

Median Home Value

$588,900

Median Rent

$1,570/mo

Population

13,251

College Educated

61.9%

Homeownership

87.4%

Avg Commute

31.7 min

Poverty Rate

3.1%

Median Age

39.5

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Daniel Butler Belmont, MA 7.8
Elsie A Hastings Elementary Westborough, MA 7.8
Frederick Harris Springfield, MA 7.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Burke/memorial Elementary School

What grades does Burke/memorial Elementary School serve?

Burke/memorial Elementary School serves students in grades 2nd through 4th.

How many students attend Burke/memorial Elementary School?

Burke/memorial Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 510 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Burke/memorial Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Burke/memorial Elementary School is 17:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Burke/memorial Elementary School rank in MA?

Burke/memorial Elementary School ranks #396 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Burke/memorial Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Burke/memorial Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Burke/memorial Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Burke/memorial Elementary School has 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Burke/memorial Elementary School a charter school?

No, Burke/memorial Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Burke/memorial Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Burke/memorial Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
23 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
2nd – 4th
Enrollment
510
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Norfolk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
7.8%

District

Medway
District Enrollment
2,159
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,213
District Rank
#1 of 4

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