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Frederick W. Hartnett Middle School

Middle School · Blackstone-Millville

35 Federal Street, Blackstone, MA 01504

Enrollment

367

Student-Teacher

12.7:1

Score

5.9

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,016 of 1,793

In Blackstone

#2 of 4

public schools

In district

#3 of 5

Blackstone-Millville

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Frederick W. Hartnett Middle School

5.9/10

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

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5.2/10

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About Frederick W. Hartnett Middle School

Frederick W. Hartnett Middle School is a public middle school in Blackstone, MA, part of Blackstone-Millville. Frederick W.

Hartnett Middle School serves approximately 367 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Frederick W. Hartnett Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,016 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Frederick W. Hartnett Middle School show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts below MA schools
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • MA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.4Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-1.6 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.8Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency39.6% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency39.2% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-4.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-2 pts
Overall Proficiency39% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-6.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile41th
Resources & Environment5.2Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,649
Chronic Absenteeism19.6%

Frederick W. Hartnett Middle School — Students at Frederick W. Hartnett Middle School score 39% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 40.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.2% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 43.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.2% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 98 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
50%
ELA
74%
2010
Math
61%
ELA
79%
2011
Math
63%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
59%
ELA
70%
2013
Math
56%
ELA
73%
2014
Math
60%
ELA
74%
2015
Math
64%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
46%
2017
Math
41%
ELA
44%
2018
Math
42.4%
ELA
44.4%
2019
Math
47.6%
ELA
47.2%
2020*
Math
29%
ELA
36%
2021*
Math
28.6%
ELA
35.8%
2022
Math
31.8%
ELA
32%
2023
Math
32%
ELA
29%
2024
Math
32.5%
ELA
29.5%
2025
Math
39.6%
ELA
39.2%

* 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: 6.4/10.

How Frederick W. Hartnett Middle School Compares

See how Frederick W. Hartnett Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.9/10
43th percentile in MA
Academic
5.8/10
Average
Growth
6.4/10
Average
Environment
5.2/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
29 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.6%

Location

35 Federal Street, Blackstone, MA 01504

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Frederick W. Hartnett Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Woonsocket Middle at Hamlet (rated 5.6/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Woonsocket), with a comparable rating. Another option is Founders Academy (rated 5.4/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Woonsocket), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Woonsocket Middle @ Villa Nova (rated 5.3/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Woonsocket), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Blackstone, see our Blackstone schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Blackstone Millville RHS Blackstone 0.7 mi 5.2
A F Maloney Blackstone 0.9 mi 6.2
John F Kennedy Elementary Blackstone 0.9 mi 5.6
Harris School Woonsocket 1.2 mi 2.5
Kevin K. Coleman School Woonsocket 1.6 mi 4.3
BEACON Charter School Woonsocket 1.5 mi 5.8
Founders Academy Woonsocket 1.5 mi 5.4
HILLSIDE ALTERNATIVE PROGRAM Woonsocket 1.6 mi
ACTION BASED ENTERPRISES SCHOOL Woonsocket 1.6 mi
RISE Prep Mayoral Academy Woonsocket 1.6 mi 3.6
Woonsocket Middle @ Villa Nova Woonsocket 1.8 mi 5.3
Globe Park School Woonsocket 2.3 mi 2.9
Woonsocket Middle at Hamlet Woonsocket 2.0 mi 5.6
Pothier-Citizens Elem Campus Woonsocket 2.0 mi 6.2
Bernon Heights School Woonsocket 2.4 mi 2.7
MOUNT ST CHARLES ACADEMY Woonsocket 2.4 mi 4.0
Keough Memorial Academy Bellingham 2.1 mi
Joseph F DiPietro Elementary School Bellingham 2.2 mi 6.5
Woonsocket High School Woonsocket 2.6 mi 4.5
Millville Elementary Millville 2.6 mi 7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01504 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$98,986

Median Home Value

$394,600

Median Rent

$1,157/mo

Population

9,211

College Educated

34.6%

Homeownership

73.7%

Avg Commute

36 min

Poverty Rate

4.9%

Median Age

44

Similar Schools

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Michael E. Smith Middle School South Hadley, MA 6.0
Nauset Regional Middle Orleans, MA 6.0
STEM Middle Academy Springfield, MA 6.0
South Middle School Brockton, MA 6.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Frederick W. Hartnett Middle School

What grades does Frederick W. Hartnett Middle School serve?

Frederick W. Hartnett Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Frederick W. Hartnett Middle School?

Frederick W. Hartnett Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 367 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Frederick W. Hartnett Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Frederick W. Hartnett Middle School is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Frederick W. Hartnett Middle School rank in MA?

Frederick W. Hartnett Middle School ranks #1,016 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Frederick W. Hartnett Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Frederick W. Hartnett Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 W. Hartnett Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Frederick W. Hartnett Middle School has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Frederick W. Hartnett Middle School a charter school?

No, Frederick W. Hartnett Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Frederick W. Hartnett Middle School a Title I school?

No, Frederick W. Hartnett Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
14 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
24 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
367
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
29
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Worcester County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.6%

District

Blackstone-Millville
District Enrollment
1,450
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,649
District Rank
#3 of 5

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