Below Average
#1362 of 1,793 schools in MA
Fuller Middle
Middle School · Framingham
31 Flagg Drive, Framingham, MA 01701
Enrollment
564
Student-Teacher
8.2:1
Score
4.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
564
Student-Teacher
8.2:1
Score
4.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,362 of 1,793
In Framingham
#5 of 16
public schools
In district
#4 of 14
Framingham
Academic growth
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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Fuller Middle
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About Fuller Middle
Fuller Middle is a public middle school in Framingham, MA, part of Framingham. Fuller Middle serves approximately 564 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 8.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Fuller Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,362 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Fuller Middle show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 4.6
- MA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Fuller Middle sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 8.2:1 students to teachers, Fuller Middle sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
48% of students at Fuller Middle were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Fuller Middle — Students at Fuller Middle score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 96 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 7.7/10.
How Fuller Middle Compares
See how Fuller Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
31 Flagg Drive, Framingham, MA 01701
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Fuller Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. J F Kennedy Middle School (rated 8.9/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Natick), which scores notably higher. Another option is Walsh Middle (rated 5.0/10, 2.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Christa McAuliffe Charter School (rated 4.8/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Framingham, see our Framingham schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Miriam F McCarthy School Framingham | 0.2 mi | 3.5 |
| WAYSIDE ACADEMY Framingham | 0.4 mi | — |
| ST BRIDGET SCHOOL Framingham | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| THE LEARNING CENTER FOR THE DEAF Framingham | 1.1 mi | 8.8 |
| Juniper Hill School Framingham | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Barbieri Elementary Framingham | 1.3 mi | 4.5 |
| Joseph P Keefe Technical High School Framingham | 1.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Christa McAuliffe Charter School Framingham | 1.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Framingham High School Framingham | 1.8 mi | 4.6 |
| RCS LEARNING CENTER Natick | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Harmony Grove Elementary Framingham | 1.8 mi | 3.7 |
| Charlotte A Dunning Framingham | 2.0 mi | 3.8 |
| Walsh Middle Framingham | 2.1 mi | 5.0 |
| King Elementary School Framingham | 2.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Brown Natick | 1.6 mi | 9.0 |
| THE BRIGHTON SCHOOL Framingham | 2.2 mi | 5.5 |
| METROWEST JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Framingham | 2.3 mi | 5.8 |
| J F Kennedy Middle School Natick | 1.7 mi | 8.9 |
| SUMMIT MONTESSORI SCHOOL Framingham | 1.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Mary E Stapleton Elementary Framingham | 2.4 mi | 4.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$127,000
Median Home Value
$612,600
Median Rent
$1,973/mo
Population
32,270
College Educated
60.6%
Homeownership
78.2%
Avg Commute
29.2 min
Poverty Rate
5.9%
Median Age
43.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Arlington Middle School Lawrence, MA | 4.9 |
| Benjamin Friedman Middle Taunton, MA | 4.9 |
| John F Parker Middle Taunton, MA | 4.9 |
| Norton Middle Norton, MA | 4.9 |
| Bridgewater Middle School Bridgewater, MA | 5.0 |
| David J. Quinn Middle School Hudson, MA | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Fuller Middle
What grades does Fuller Middle serve?
Fuller Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Fuller Middle?
Fuller Middle has an enrollment of approximately 564 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Fuller Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Fuller Middle is 8.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Fuller Middle rank in MA?
Fuller Middle ranks #1,362 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Fuller Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Fuller Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Fuller Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Fuller Middle has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Fuller Middle a charter school?
No, Fuller Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Fuller Middle a Title I school?
No, Fuller Middle is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 564
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 69
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 48.2%
- Phone
- (508) 620-4956
Resources & Links
District
Framingham- District Enrollment
- 9,134
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,335
- District Rank
- #4 of 14
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