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Francis J Kane

Elementary School · Marlborough

520 Farm Road, Marlborough, MA 01752

Enrollment

512

Student-Teacher

12.2:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#988 of 1,793

In Marlborough

#4 of 9

public schools

In district

#2 of 7

Marlborough

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Francis J Kane

6.0/10

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

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7.0/10

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About Francis J Kane

Francis J Kane is a public elementary school in Marlborough, MA, part of Marlborough. Francis J Kane serves approximately 512 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Francis J Kane has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #988 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Francis J Kane show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.2 pts above district
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • District avg 4.8
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.6Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-1.49 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.8Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency34.3% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency24.3% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-7.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-18.3 pts
Overall Proficiency29% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-8.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile29th
Resources & Environment6.1Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,301
Chronic Absenteeism19.5%

Francis J Kane — Students at Francis J Kane score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 40.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.5% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 41.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.7% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 76 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
67%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2011
Math
42%
ELA
54%
2012
Math
47%
ELA
43%
2013
Math
56%
ELA
46%
2014
Math
66%
ELA
58%
2015
Math
58%
ELA
46%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
39%
2017
Math
39%
ELA
43%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
45%
2019
Math
34.7%
ELA
38%
2020*
Math
25%
ELA
46%
2021*
Math
26.5%
ELA
46%
2022
Math
39.5%
ELA
39.8%
2023
Math
39.7%
ELA
35%
2024
Math
40.7%
ELA
32.7%
2025
Math
34.3%
ELA
24.3%

* 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: 6.6/10.

How Francis J Kane Compares

See how Francis J Kane performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.0/10
45th percentile in MA
Academic
4.8/10
Below Average
Growth
6.6/10
Average
Environment
6.1/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
42 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.5%

Location

520 Farm Road, Marlborough, MA 01752

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Francis J Kane may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Albert S. Woodward Memorial School (rated 8.2/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Southborough), which scores notably higher. Another option is Margaret A Neary (rated 7.5/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Southborough), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Goodnow Brothers Elementary School (rated 7.1/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Marlborough, see our Marlborough schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.2 mi
School Distance Rating
GLENHAVEN ACADEMY Marlborough 1.0 mi 7.0
Charles Jaworek School Marlborough 1.7 mi 3.8
Early Childhood Center Marlborough 1.4 mi 3.3
1 LT Charles W. Whitcomb School Marlborough 1.8 mi 3.8
Marlborough High Marlborough 1.9 mi 6.0
Goodnow Brothers Elementary School Marlborough 2.0 mi 7.1
ST MARK'S SCHOOL Southborough 2.4 mi 8.2
THE COTTAGE CHILDRENS CENTER Marlborough 2.0 mi
Albert S. Woodward Memorial School Southborough 2.7 mi 8.2
FAY SCHOOL Southborough 2.7 mi 7.4
MEADOWBROOK CHILD GARDEN Marlborough 2.6 mi
P Brent Trottier Southborough 3.2 mi 8.6
THE NEW ENGLAND CENTER FOR CHILDREN Southborough 3.4 mi 7.7
Margaret A Neary Southborough 3.4 mi 7.5
Assabet Valley Vocational High School Marlborough 2.9 mi 6.6
Forest Avenue Elementary Hudson 3.5 mi 5.6
Richer Marlborough 2.9 mi 2.4
Mulready Elementary Hudson 3.9 mi 5.8
Advanced Math and Science Academy Charter School Marlborough 3.0 mi 7.1
REED ACADEMY Framingham 3.2 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01752 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$95,047

Median Home Value

$485,400

Median Rent

$1,721/mo

Population

41,398

College Educated

40.6%

Homeownership

56.2%

Avg Commute

29.4 min

Poverty Rate

9.2%

Median Age

37.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Francis J Kane

What grades does Francis J Kane serve?

Francis J Kane serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Francis J Kane?

Francis J Kane has an enrollment of approximately 512 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Francis J Kane?

The student-teacher ratio at Francis J Kane is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Francis J Kane rank in MA?

Francis J Kane ranks #988 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Francis J Kane's MySchoolScout rating?

Francis J Kane has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Francis J Kane?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Francis J Kane has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Francis J Kane a charter school?

No, Francis J Kane is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Francis J Kane a Title I school?

No, Francis J Kane is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
25 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
512
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
42
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.5%

District

Marlborough
District Enrollment
4,729
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,301
District Rank
#2 of 7

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