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Frederick C Murphy

Elementary School · Weymouth

417 Front Street, Weymouth, MA 02188

Enrollment

283

Student-Teacher

14.9:1

Score

4.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,438 of 1,793

In Weymouth

#6 of 8

public schools

In district

#9 of 11

Weymouth

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Frederick C Murphy

4.7/10

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

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About Frederick C Murphy

Frederick C Murphy is a public elementary school in Weymouth, MA, part of Weymouth. Frederick C Murphy serves approximately 283 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Frederick C Murphy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,438 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Frederick C Murphy show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.4 pts below district
  • This school 4.7 · Below Average
  • District avg 6.1
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.4Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-2.55 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.2Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency45% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency40% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+2.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-2.6 pts
Overall Proficiency43% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-6.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile45th
Resources & Environment3.3Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,436
Chronic Absenteeism18.4%

Frederick C Murphy — Students at Frederick C Murphy score 42% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 46.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
41.8% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 50.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.8% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)

Based on 72 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
62%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
51.7%
ELA
58.3%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
36.3%
ELA
51.5%
2022
Math
45.8%
ELA
42.5%
2023
Math
39.3%
ELA
36%
2024
Math
42%
ELA
37.7%
2025
Math
45%
ELA
40%

* 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: 4.4/10.

How Frederick C Murphy Compares

See how Frederick C Murphy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.7/10
20th percentile in MA
Academic
6.2/10
Average
Growth
4.4/10
Below Average
Environment
3.3/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
19 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.4%

Location

417 Front Street, Weymouth, MA 02188

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Frederick C Murphy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Liberty (rated 8.5/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Braintree), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hollis (rated 8.4/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Braintree), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Academy Avenue (rated 8.1/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Weymouth, see our Weymouth schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
SOUTH SHORE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Weymouth 0.7 mi 8.3
FIRST BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Weymouth 1.2 mi 5.4
Archie T Morrison Braintree 1.0 mi 6.4
William Seach Weymouth 1.1 mi 3.6
Thomas V Nash Weymouth 1.4 mi 5.6
Academy Avenue Weymouth 1.4 mi 8.1
Weymouth High School Weymouth 1.8 mi 6.0
East Middle School Braintree 1.7 mi 6.4
Maria Weston Chapman Middle School Weymouth 1.8 mi 6.6
Donald Ross Braintree 2.1 mi 5.6
Johnson Early Childhood Center Weymouth 2.5 mi 4.0
Liberty Braintree 2.1 mi 8.5
Lawrence W Pingree Weymouth 2.0 mi 6.8
Ralph Talbot South Weymouth 2.4 mi 6.0
South Middle School Braintree 2.4 mi 8.5
Hollis Braintree 2.3 mi 8.4
Clifford H Marshall Elementary Quincy 2.8 mi 4.7
Wessagusset North Weymouth 2.9 mi 7.7
THAYER ACADEMY Braintree 2.3 mi 6.8
STEP AHEAD KINDERGARTEN Braintree 2.4 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02188 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$102,236

Median Home Value

$542,900

Median Rent

$1,859/mo

Population

15,396

College Educated

39.5%

Homeownership

60.9%

Avg Commute

34.9 min

Poverty Rate

7.2%

Median Age

45.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Frederick C Murphy

What grades does Frederick C Murphy serve?

Frederick C Murphy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Frederick C Murphy?

Frederick C Murphy has an enrollment of approximately 283 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Frederick C Murphy?

The student-teacher ratio at Frederick C Murphy is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Frederick C Murphy rank in MA?

Frederick C Murphy ranks #1,438 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Frederick C Murphy's MySchoolScout rating?

Frederick C Murphy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Frederick C Murphy?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Frederick C Murphy has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Frederick C Murphy a charter school?

No, Frederick C Murphy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Frederick C Murphy a Title I school?

No, Frederick C Murphy is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
38 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
33 Some Transit
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
283
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
19
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Norfolk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.4%

District

Weymouth
District Enrollment
5,641
Schools in District
11
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,436
District Rank
#9 of 11

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