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Charlotte a Dunning

Elementary School · Framingham

48 Frost Street, Framingham, MA 01701

Enrollment

436

Student-Teacher

13.2:1

Score

3.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,660 of 1,793

In Framingham

#12 of 16

public schools

In district

#10 of 14

Framingham

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Charlotte a Dunning

3.8/10

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

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About Charlotte a Dunning

Charlotte a Dunning is a public elementary school in Framingham, MA, part of Framingham. Charlotte a Dunning serves approximately 436 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Charlotte a Dunning has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,660 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Charlotte a Dunning show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.3 pts below district
  • This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.1
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.0Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-3.97 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.0Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency25.7% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency36.3% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-16.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-6.3 pts
Overall Proficiency31% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-7.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile32th
Resources & Environment6.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,335
Chronic Absenteeism21.3%

Charlotte a Dunning — Students at Charlotte a Dunning score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 44.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 53.1% (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
58%
ELA
64%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
60%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
68%
ELA
65%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
74%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
66%
2016
Math
53%
ELA
61%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
51.3%
ELA
59.5%
2019
Math
53.3%
ELA
64.3%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
33.5%
ELA
55%
2022
Math
40%
ELA
43.5%
2023
Math
34%
ELA
38.3%
2024
Math
29%
ELA
39.3%
2025
Math
25.7%
ELA
36.3%

* 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: 2.0/10.

How Charlotte a Dunning Compares

See how Charlotte a Dunning performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.8/10
8th percentile in MA
Academic
5.0/10
Average
Growth
2.0/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.5/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.3%

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

48 Frost Street, Framingham, MA 01701

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Charlotte a Dunning may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. King Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SUMMIT MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Israel Loring School (rated 6.2/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Sudbury), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Framingham, see our Framingham schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Walsh Middle Framingham 0.2 mi 5.0
METROWEST JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Framingham 0.5 mi 5.8
Hemenway Framingham 0.6 mi 4.2
King Elementary School Framingham 0.6 mi 7.2
THE LEARNING CENTER FOR THE DEAF Framingham 1.0 mi 8.8
THE BRIGHTON SCHOOL Framingham 0.8 mi 5.5
Juniper Hill School Framingham 1.2 mi 5.1
Potter Road Framingham 1.3 mi 2.7
ST BRIDGET SCHOOL Framingham 1.5 mi 5.7
SUMMIT MONTESSORI SCHOOL Framingham 1.5 mi 7.0
WAYSIDE ACADEMY Framingham 1.6 mi
Framingham High School Framingham 1.4 mi 4.6
Mary E Stapleton Elementary Framingham 1.6 mi 4.0
Fuller Middle Framingham 2.0 mi 4.9
Cameron Middle School Framingham 1.8 mi 4.0
Miriam F McCarthy School Framingham 2.2 mi 3.5
REED ACADEMY Framingham 1.7 mi
Israel Loring School Sudbury 2.3 mi 6.2
Brophy Framingham 2.0 mi 3.7
Christa McAuliffe Charter School Framingham 2.0 mi 4.8

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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Brophy Framingham, MA 3.7
Harmony Grove Elementary Framingham, MA 3.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Charlotte a Dunning

What grades does Charlotte a Dunning serve?

Charlotte a Dunning serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Charlotte a Dunning?

Charlotte a Dunning has an enrollment of approximately 436 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Charlotte a Dunning?

The student-teacher ratio at Charlotte a Dunning is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Charlotte a Dunning rank in MA?

Charlotte a Dunning ranks #1,660 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Charlotte a Dunning's MySchoolScout rating?

Charlotte a Dunning has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 Charlotte a Dunning?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Charlotte a Dunning has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Charlotte a Dunning a charter school?

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

Is Charlotte a Dunning a Title I school?

No, Charlotte a Dunning is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
25 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
19 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
436
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.3%

District

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

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