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Harmony Grove Elementary

Elementary School · Framingham

169 Leland Street, Framingham, MA 01702

Enrollment

473

Student-Teacher

11:1

Score

5.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Framingham

#8 of 16

public schools

Massachusetts elementary schools

#782 of 1,022

In district

#7 of 14

Framingham

School environment

8.8 / 10

Exceptional

About Harmony Grove Elementary

Harmony Grove Elementary is a regular public elementary school located in Framingham, Massachusetts. Serving students from kindergarten through fifth grade, the school has an enrollment of 473 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 11:1 with 43 full-time equivalent teachers. The setting is in a small city within Middlesex County.

Harmony Grove Elementary focuses on providing a nurturing environment where students can develop socially and emotionally while also working to improve academic performance. With a MySchoolScout rating of 2.8 out of 10, the school aims to enhance its educational offerings and support student development. The state ranking is #1720 out of 1796 schools in Massachusetts, placing it in the 4th percentile overall.

In terms of standardized testing, only about 13% of students are proficient or above in English Language Arts (ELA) and Reading, while 9% are proficient or above in Math and Science. Harmony Grove Elementary is situated in a small city with various resources available to support its community of learners.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.7Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data7
Annual Change-1.87 pts/yr
Data Period2018–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics1.4Significantly Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency7%
Reading/ELA Proficiency8%
Math vs. State Avg-35.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-34.6 pts
Overall Proficiency8%
Expected (poverty-adj.)39%
vs. Expected-31.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile1th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment8.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,781

Harmony Grove Elementary — Students at Harmony Grove Elementary score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

0.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 9.3%
School
State
43.0%
ELA Proficiency 12.2%
School
State
45.6%

Based on 60 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2018
Math
19%
ELA
22%
2019
Math
15%
ELA
17.5%
2021*
Math
3.5%
ELA
12.8%
2022
Math
7%
ELA
7.8%
2023
Math
8%
ELA
10.3%
2024
Math
6.3%
ELA
6%
2025
Math
7%
ELA
8.7%

* 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: 5.7/10.

How Harmony Grove Elementary Compares

See how Harmony Grove Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.0/10
21th percentile in MA
Academic
1.4/10
1.4/10
Growth
5.7/10
Above average
Environment
8.8/10
Above average

Location

169 Leland Street, Framingham, MA 01702

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Harmony Grove Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Johnson (rated 8.7/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Natick), which scores notably higher. Another option is Brown (rated 8.4/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Natick), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Pine Hill (rated 6.8/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Sherborn), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Framingham, see our Framingham schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
J F Kennedy Middle School Natick 1.6 mi 8.1
Brown Natick 1.6 mi 8.4
RCS LEARNING CENTER Natick 1.7 mi 6.6
Miriam F McCarthy School Framingham 1.7 mi 4.4
Fuller Middle Framingham 1.8 mi 6.1
WAYSIDE ACADEMY Framingham 2.2 mi
Barbieri Elementary Framingham 1.8 mi 4.8
Christa McAuliffe Charter School Framingham 2.5 mi 4.2
Natick High Natick 1.9 mi 7.9
Joseph P Keefe Technical High School Framingham 2.0 mi 6.4
Pine Hill Sherborn 2.4 mi 6.8
Juniper Hill School Framingham 2.9 mi 6.7
ST BRIDGET SCHOOL Framingham 2.6 mi 5.7
THE LEARNING CENTER FOR THE DEAF Framingham 2.9 mi 8.8
Framingham High School Framingham 3.3 mi 6.4
Johnson Natick 2.5 mi 8.7
Ashland High Ashland 2.5 mi 5.7
Wilson Middle Natick 3.0 mi 8.1
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF NATICK Natick 3.3 mi
PINCUSHION HILL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Ashland 2.8 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01702 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$78,784

Median Home Value

$563,600

Median Rent

$1,822/mo

Population

39,761

College Educated

39.3%

Homeownership

34.3%

Avg Commute

30.5 min

Poverty Rate

15.3%

Median Age

34.3

Community Profile

The community surrounding Harmony Grove Elementary has a median household income of $78,784. It is an area where 39% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $563,600, with a median rent of $1,822/month. The area has a poverty rate of 15.3%. The average commute for residents is 31 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Dudley Street Neighborhood Charter School Boston, MA 5.0
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Gordon W. Mitchell School East Bridgewater, MA 5.0
Henry E Warren Elementary Ashland, MA 5.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Harmony Grove Elementary

What grades does Harmony Grove Elementary serve?

Harmony Grove Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Harmony Grove Elementary?

Harmony Grove Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 473 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Harmony Grove Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Harmony Grove Elementary is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Harmony Grove Elementary rank in MA?

Harmony Grove Elementary is ranked #1413 out of 1,791 schools in MA.

What is Harmony Grove Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Harmony Grove Elementary has a composite rating of 5.0 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Harmony Grove Elementary?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Harmony Grove Elementary has 9.3% math proficiency and 12.2% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Harmony Grove Elementary a charter school?

No, Harmony Grove Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Harmony Grove Elementary a Title I school?

No, Harmony Grove Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

City Safety
Elevated (1,383/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Framingham). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
473
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
Teachers (FTE)
43
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Middlesex County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Framingham
District Enrollment
9,134
Schools in District
14
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,335
District Rank
#7 of 14

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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