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#860 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 48% in state

Francis W Parker

Elementary School · Quincy

148 Billings Rd, Quincy, MA 02171

Enrollment

336

Student-Teacher

11.6:1

Score

6.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#860 of 1,793

In Quincy

#6 of 19

public schools

In district

#6 of 19

Quincy

School environment

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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Francis W Parker

6.4/10

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

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About Francis W Parker

Francis W Parker is a public elementary school in Quincy, MA, part of Quincy. Francis W Parker serves approximately 336 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Francis W Parker has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #860 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Francis W Parker show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.9 pts above district
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • District avg 5.5
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.2Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-2.14 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.5Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency55.3% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency41% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+13.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-1.6 pts
Overall Proficiency48% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+3.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile63th
Resources & Environment7.7Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,369
Chronic Absenteeism12.8%

Francis W Parker — Students at Francis W Parker score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 48.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 48.5% (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

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2010
Math
52%
ELA
42%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
42%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
56%
ELA
62.3%
2019
Math
54.5%
ELA
62.5%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
31.3%
ELA
33.5%
2022
Math
42.8%
ELA
43.5%
2023
Math
44%
ELA
48%
2024
Math
47%
ELA
43.3%
2025
Math
55.3%
ELA
41%

* 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: 5.2/10.

How Francis W Parker Compares

See how Francis W Parker performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.4/10
52th percentile in MA
Academic
7.5/10
Very Good
Growth
5.2/10
Average
Environment
7.7/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
29 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.8%

Location

148 Billings Rd, Quincy, MA 02171

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Francis W Parker may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wollaston School (rated 8.6/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is QUINCY CATHOLIC ACADEMY (rated 7.1/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Montclair (rated 7.0/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Quincy, see our Quincy schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Atlantic Middle Quincy 0.2 mi 5.9
QUINCY CATHOLIC ACADEMY Quincy 0.3 mi 7.1
North Quincy High Quincy 0.4 mi 7.3
Montclair Quincy 0.7 mi 7.0
Wollaston School Quincy 0.9 mi 8.6
CAMPUS KINDER HAUS Quincy 1.1 mi
Central Middle Quincy 1.1 mi 6.8
Beechwood Knoll Elementary Quincy 1.0 mi 5.2
Charles A Bernazzani Elementary Quincy 1.4 mi 5.7
Squantum Quincy 1.6 mi 4.5
ADAMS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Quincy 1.7 mi 5.5
THE WOODWARD SCHOOL Quincy 1.7 mi 6.8
ST AGATHA SCHOOL Milton 1.6 mi 5.6
ST BRENDAN SCHOOL Dorchester 1.6 mi 3.9
Merrymount Quincy 1.6 mi 6.5
Quincy High Quincy 1.9 mi 5.5
Murphy K-8 School Dorchester 1.9 mi 6.9
Kenny Elementary School Dorchester 1.8 mi 5.3
Lincoln-Hancock Community School Quincy 2.4 mi 4.7
LUMEN VERUM ACADEMY Braintree 2.4 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02171 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$104,992

Median Home Value

$630,200

Median Rent

$2,281/mo

Population

20,513

College Educated

51.7%

Homeownership

51.6%

Avg Commute

34.5 min

Poverty Rate

9.4%

Median Age

41.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Francis W Parker

What grades does Francis W Parker serve?

Francis W Parker serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Francis W Parker?

Francis W Parker has an enrollment of approximately 336 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Francis W Parker?

The student-teacher ratio at Francis W Parker is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Francis W Parker rank in MA?

Francis W Parker ranks #860 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Francis W Parker's MySchoolScout rating?

Francis W Parker has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 W Parker?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Francis W Parker has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Francis W Parker a charter school?

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

Is Francis W Parker a Title I school?

No, Francis W Parker is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
83 Very Walkable
Transit Score
58 Good Transit
Bike Score
51 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
336
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
29
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Norfolk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.8%

District

Quincy
District Enrollment
9,695
Schools in District
19
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,369
District Rank
#6 of 19

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