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Christa Mcauliffe Charter School

Middle School · Christa McAuliffe Charter School (District)

139 Newbury St, Framingham, MA 01701

Charter

Enrollment

288

Student-Teacher

9:1

Score

4.8

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,382 of 1,793

In Framingham

#6 of 16

public schools

School environment

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Christa Mcauliffe Charter School

4.8/10

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

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About Christa Mcauliffe Charter School

Christa Mcauliffe Charter School is a public middle school in Framingham, MA, part of Christa McAuliffe Charter School (District). Christa Mcauliffe Charter School serves approximately 288 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. Christa Mcauliffe Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,382 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Christa Mcauliffe Charter School show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.6 pts below MA schools
  • This school 4.8 · Below Average
  • MA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 9:1 students to teachers, Christa Mcauliffe Charter School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Christa Mcauliffe Charter School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.3Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-3.76 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.2Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency23.2% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency39% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-19 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-3.9 pts
Overall Proficiency31% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-17.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile23th
Resources & Environment9.5Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$27,106
Chronic Absenteeism13.9%

Christa Mcauliffe Charter School — Students at Christa Mcauliffe Charter School score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 37.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.1% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 46.7% (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
58%
ELA
74%
2010
Math
56%
ELA
79%
2011
Math
61%
ELA
84%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
83%
2013
Math
56%
ELA
78%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
71%
2015
Math
64%
ELA
83%
2016
Math
50%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
51%
ELA
53%
2018
Math
50.2%
ELA
52.4%
2019
Math
48.2%
ELA
48%
2020*
Math
31%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
31%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
24%
ELA
29.8%
2023
Math
20.8%
ELA
29%
2024
Math
21%
ELA
32%
2025
Math
23.3%
ELA
39%

* 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: 2.3/10.

How Christa Mcauliffe Charter School Compares

See how Christa Mcauliffe Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.8/10
23th percentile in MA
Academic
4.2/10
Below Average
Growth
2.3/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.5/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.9%

Location

139 Newbury St, Framingham, MA 01701

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Christa Mcauliffe Charter School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Wayland Middle School (rated 9.3/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Wayland), which scores notably higher. Another option is J F Kennedy Middle School (rated 8.9/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Natick), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Walsh Middle (rated 5.0/10, 1.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Framingham, see our Framingham schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Framingham High School Framingham 0.8 mi 4.6
RCS LEARNING CENTER Natick 0.9 mi 6.6
Juniper Hill School Framingham 0.9 mi 5.1
Brown Natick 1.2 mi 9.0
Mary E Stapleton Elementary Framingham 1.3 mi 4.0
J F Kennedy Middle School Natick 1.3 mi 8.9
WAYSIDE ACADEMY Framingham 1.2 mi
Cameron Middle School Framingham 1.8 mi 4.0
Fuller Middle Framingham 1.5 mi 4.9
Miriam F McCarthy School Framingham 1.6 mi 3.5
THE BRIGHTON SCHOOL Framingham 1.6 mi 5.5
King Elementary School Framingham 1.8 mi 7.2
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF NATICK Natick 1.7 mi
THE LEARNING CENTER FOR THE DEAF Framingham 1.7 mi 8.8
METROWEST JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Framingham 1.9 mi 5.8
Potter Road Framingham 2.2 mi 2.7
Walsh Middle Framingham 1.9 mi 5.0
Bennett-Hemenway Natick 1.9 mi 8.8
Harmony Grove Elementary Framingham 2.5 mi 3.7
Wayland Middle School Wayland 2.0 mi 9.3

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

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Sutton Middle School Sutton, MA 4.6
Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter School East Harwich, MA 5.1
Forest Park Middle Springfield, MA 5.1
Hoosac Valley Middle School Cheshire, MA 5.1
Murdock Middle School Winchendon, MA 4.5
Springfield Realization Academy Springfield, MA 5.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Christa Mcauliffe Charter School

What grades does Christa Mcauliffe Charter School serve?

Christa Mcauliffe Charter School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Christa Mcauliffe Charter School?

Christa Mcauliffe Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 288 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Christa Mcauliffe Charter School?

The student-teacher ratio at Christa Mcauliffe Charter School is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Christa Mcauliffe Charter School rank in MA?

Christa Mcauliffe Charter School ranks #1,382 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Christa Mcauliffe Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?

Christa Mcauliffe Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Christa Mcauliffe Charter School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Christa Mcauliffe Charter School has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Christa Mcauliffe Charter School a charter school?

Yes, Christa Mcauliffe Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Christa Mcauliffe Charter School a Title I school?

No, Christa Mcauliffe Charter School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
56 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
33 Some Transit
Bike Score
47 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
288
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.9%

District

Christa McAuliffe Charter School (District)
District Enrollment
288
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$27,106
District Rank
#1 of 1

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