Excellent
#80 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 4% in state
Dale Street
Elementary School · Medfield
45 Adams Street, Medfield, MA 02052
Enrollment
404
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
9.1
Grades
4th – 5th
Enrollment
404
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
9.1
Grades
4th – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#80 of 1,793
In Medfield
#1 of 5
public schools
In district
#1 of 5
Medfield
Equity
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Dale Street
Elementary School in Medfield · grades 4th – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Dale Street
Dale Street is a public elementary school in Medfield, MA, part of Medfield. Dale Street serves approximately 404 students, and covers grades 4th-5th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Dale Street has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10 and ranks #80 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Dale Street show 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 9.1 · Excellent
- District avg 8.1
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Dale Street — Students at Dale Street score 75% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 82 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 9.3/10.
How Dale Street Compares
See how Dale Street performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
45 Adams Street, Medfield, MA 02052
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dale Street may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ralph Wheelock School (rated 8.9/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Elm Street School (rated 8.6/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Walpole), with a comparable rating. Additionally, CHARLES RIVER SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Dover), a more accessible option. For more schools in Medfield, see our Medfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Memorial School Medfield | 0.2 mi | 6.2 |
| MONTROSE SCHOOL Medfield | 0.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Medfield Senior High Medfield | 0.9 mi | 8.7 |
| Thomas Blake Middle Medfield | 0.9 mi | 8.6 |
| Ralph Wheelock School Medfield | 1.6 mi | 8.9 |
| Dover-Sherborn Regional High Dover | 2.0 mi | 9.4 |
| Dover-Sherborn Regional Middle School Dover | 2.0 mi | 8.4 |
| SPARHAWK ACADEMY Mills | 2.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Millis Middle Millis | 3.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Millis High School Millis | 3.1 mi | 8.9 |
| Clyde F Brown Millis | 3.1 mi | 4.1 |
| Elm Street School Walpole | 3.4 mi | 8.6 |
| Daniel Feeney Preschool Center Walpole | 3.4 mi | 5.4 |
| CLIFFORD ACADEMY East Walpole | 3.9 mi | — |
| CHARLES RIVER SCHOOL Dover | 4.0 mi | 7.0 |
| TIES Millis | 4.2 mi | — |
| Eleanor N Johnson Middle Walpole | 4.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Freeman-Kennedy School Norfolk | 4.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Chickering Dover | 4.6 mi | 6.7 |
| WOODSIDE MONTESSORI ACADEMY Millis | 4.4 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02052 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$214,801
Median Home Value
$869,400
Median Rent
$1,652/mo
Population
12,923
College Educated
76.3%
Homeownership
86.4%
Avg Commute
33.1 min
Poverty Rate
2.3%
Median Age
40.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School Cambridge, MA | 9.1 |
| Bessie Buker Elementary Wenham, MA | 9.1 |
| E Ethel Little School North Reading, MA | 9.1 |
| Newbury Elementary Newbury, MA | 9.1 |
| Tatham West Springfield, MA | 9.1 |
| Vincent M Igo Elementary Foxborough, MA | 9.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dale Street
What grades does Dale Street serve?
Dale Street serves students in grades 4th through 5th.
How many students attend Dale Street?
Dale Street has an enrollment of approximately 404 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dale Street?
The student-teacher ratio at Dale Street is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dale Street rank in MA?
Dale Street ranks #80 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Dale Street's MySchoolScout rating?
Dale Street has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 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 Dale Street?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dale Street has 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Dale Street a charter school?
No, Dale Street is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dale Street a Title I school?
No, Dale Street is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 4th – 5th
- Enrollment
- 404
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Norfolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 7.2%
- Phone
- (508) 359-5538
Resources & Links
District
Medfield- District Enrollment
- 2,504
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,946
- District Rank
- #1 of 5
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