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#1626 of 1,793 schools in MA

Cameron Middle School

Middle School · Framingham

215 Elm Street, Framingham, MA 01701

Enrollment

564

Student-Teacher

8.7:1

Score

4.0

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,626 of 1,793

In Framingham

#11 of 16

public schools

In district

#9 of 14

Framingham

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Cameron Middle School

4.0/10

Middle School in Framingham · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Cameron Middle School

Cameron Middle School is a public middle school in Framingham, MA, part of Framingham. Cameron Middle School serves approximately 564 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 8.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Cameron Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,626 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Cameron Middle School show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts below district
  • This school 4.0 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.6
  • MA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 8.7:1 students to teachers, Cameron Middle School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.7Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-2.87 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics2.7Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency16.2% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency19.2% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-26 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-23.6 pts
Overall Proficiency18% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-20.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile9th
Resources & Environment6.4Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,335
Chronic Absenteeism29.4%

Cameron Middle School — Students at Cameron Middle School score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 31.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.1% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 32.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.5% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 96 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
53%
ELA
78%
2010
Math
44%
ELA
68%
2011
Math
40%
ELA
65%
2012
Math
45%
ELA
64%
2013
Math
46%
ELA
69%
2014
Math
51%
ELA
68%
2015
Math
45%
ELA
54%
2016
Math
35%
ELA
34%
2017
Math
41%
ELA
30%
2018
Math
40.6%
ELA
30.4%
2019
Math
36.8%
ELA
30.8%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
29%
2021*
Math
26.6%
ELA
28.6%
2022
Math
27.4%
ELA
23.8%
2023
Math
23.5%
ELA
20.8%
2024
Math
17.5%
ELA
16.8%
2025
Math
16.3%
ELA
19.3%

* 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: 3.7/10.

How Cameron Middle School Compares

See how Cameron Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.0/10
9th percentile in MA
Academic
2.7/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
3.7/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.4/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
65 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.4%

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

215 Elm Street, Framingham, MA 01701

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Cameron Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Wayland Middle School (rated 9.3/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Wayland), which scores notably higher. Another option is Walsh Middle (rated 5.0/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Fuller Middle (rated 4.9/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Framingham, see our Framingham schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Mary E Stapleton Elementary Framingham 0.5 mi 4.0
Potter Road Framingham 0.8 mi 2.7
Framingham High School Framingham 1.0 mi 4.6
THE BRIGHTON SCHOOL Framingham 1.0 mi 5.5
Israel Loring School Sudbury 1.2 mi 6.2
King Elementary School Framingham 1.2 mi 7.2
Juniper Hill School Framingham 1.6 mi 5.1
METROWEST JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Framingham 1.3 mi 5.8
Christa McAuliffe Charter School Framingham 1.8 mi 4.8
Wayland High School Wayland 1.4 mi 9.4
Walsh Middle Framingham 1.6 mi 5.0
Happy Hollow School Wayland 1.6 mi 9.5
Hemenway Framingham 1.7 mi 4.2
Charlotte A Dunning Framingham 1.8 mi 3.8
WAYSIDE ACADEMY Framingham 2.4 mi
THE LEARNING CENTER FOR THE DEAF Framingham 2.3 mi 8.8
Wayland Middle School Wayland 2.1 mi 9.3
RCS LEARNING CENTER Natick 2.7 mi 6.6
Fuller Middle Framingham 2.9 mi 4.9
Brown Natick 2.9 mi 9.0

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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Point Webster Middle Quincy, MA 4.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cameron Middle School

What grades does Cameron Middle School serve?

Cameron Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Cameron Middle School?

Cameron Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 564 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Cameron Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Cameron Middle School is 8.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Cameron Middle School rank in MA?

Cameron Middle School ranks #1,626 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Cameron Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Cameron Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Cameron Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Cameron Middle School has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Cameron Middle School a charter school?

No, Cameron Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Cameron Middle School a Title I school?

No, Cameron Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
41 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
20 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
17 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
564
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
65
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.4%

District

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

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