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#775 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 43% in state

Helen Keller Elementary

Elementary School · Franklin

500 Lincoln Street, Franklin, MA 02038

Enrollment

558

Student-Teacher

12.7:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#775 of 1,793

In Franklin

#9 of 12

public schools

In district

#8 of 10

Franklin

Equity

8.1 / 10

Excellent

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Helen Keller Elementary

6.6/10

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

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6.9/10

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About Helen Keller Elementary

Helen Keller Elementary is a public elementary school in Franklin, MA, part of Franklin. Helen Keller Elementary serves approximately 558 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Helen Keller Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #775 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Helen Keller Elementary show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts below district
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • District avg 7.6
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.0Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-1.74 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.3Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency59% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency49.3% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+16.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+6.7 pts
Overall Proficiency54% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)57% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-2.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile61th
Resources & Environment6.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,549
Chronic Absenteeism10.2%

Helen Keller Elementary — Students at Helen Keller Elementary score 54% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 60.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 63.2% (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

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
77%
ELA
79%
2010
Math
80%
ELA
81%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
78%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
68%
ELA
74%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
80%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
69%
ELA
66%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
69%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
69%
2019
Math
63%
ELA
66.5%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
51.3%
ELA
68.5%
2022
Math
55.8%
ELA
52.8%
2023
Math
53%
ELA
51.7%
2024
Math
58%
ELA
46%
2025
Math
59%
ELA
49.3%

* 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: 6.0/10.

How Helen Keller Elementary Compares

See how Helen Keller Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.6/10
57th percentile in MA
Academic
7.3/10
Very Good
Growth
6.0/10
Average
Environment
6.9/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
44 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.2%

Location

500 Lincoln Street, Franklin, MA 02038

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Helen Keller Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Jefferson Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 4.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Oak Street Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Burke/Memorial Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Medway), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Franklin, see our Franklin schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Annie Sullivan Middle School Franklin 0.0 mi 6.9
Franklin High Franklin 1.2 mi 7.4
Horace Mann Franklin 1.3 mi 7.8
Oak Street Elementary Franklin 1.3 mi 8.0
Franklin Early Childhood Development Center Franklin 1.3 mi 4.9
Tri-County Regional Vocational Technical Franklin 1.6 mi 7.4
J F Kennedy Memorial Franklin 1.5 mi 7.6
Burke/Memorial Elementary School Medway 2.3 mi 7.8
Parmenter Franklin 2.6 mi 6.9
Medway Middle Medway 2.6 mi 7.4
WOODSIDE MONTESSORI ACADEMY Millis 2.9 mi 5.1
John D Mc Govern Elementary Medway 3.3 mi 6.4
Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School Franklin 3.7 mi 5.7
TIES Millis 3.3 mi
Jefferson Elementary Franklin 4.0 mi 8.8
Remington Middle Franklin 4.0 mi 6.2
Medway High Medway 3.7 mi 6.7
Stall Brook Bellingham 3.2 mi 5.0
Bellingham Early Childhood Center Bellingham 3.2 mi 3.6
H Olive Day Norfolk 3.3 mi 7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02038 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$142,788

Median Home Value

$567,100

Median Rent

$1,856/mo

Population

33,067

College Educated

56.4%

Homeownership

78.4%

Avg Commute

34.3 min

Poverty Rate

5.5%

Median Age

42.1

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C.T. Douglas Elementary School Acton, MA 6.6
Chandler Elementary Duxbury, MA 6.6
Charles C Cashman Elementary Amesbury, MA 6.6
Clyde Reeves Woburn, MA 6.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Helen Keller Elementary

What grades does Helen Keller Elementary serve?

Helen Keller Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Helen Keller Elementary?

Helen Keller Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 558 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Helen Keller Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Helen Keller Elementary 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 Helen Keller Elementary rank in MA?

Helen Keller Elementary ranks #775 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Helen Keller Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Helen Keller Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Helen Keller Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Helen Keller Elementary has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Helen Keller Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Helen Keller Elementary a Title I school?

No, Helen Keller Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
23 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
24 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
558
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
44
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Norfolk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.2%

District

Franklin
District Enrollment
4,680
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,549
District Rank
#8 of 10

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