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John D Mc Govern Elementary

Elementary School · Medway

9 Lovering Street, Medway, MA 02053

Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on MA statewide data. Learn more

Enrollment

377

Student-Teacher

14.5:1

Score

6.4

Grades

Pre-K – 1st

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#854 of 1,793

In Medway

#4 of 4

public schools

In district

#4 of 4

Medway

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John D Mc Govern Elementary

6.4/10

Elementary School in Medway · grades Pre-K – 1st. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Medway Middle

7.4/10

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7.8/10

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About John D Mc Govern Elementary

John D Mc Govern Elementary is a public elementary school in Medway, MA, part of Medway. John D Mc Govern Elementary serves approximately 377 students, and covers grades Pre-K-1st, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. John D Mc Govern Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #854 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • District avg 7.1
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Partial Profile · 2/3 metrics
Student ProgressNot Available

Requires 2+ years of test data

Academics6.4Average49%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.·Area estimate · Based on MA state average
Resources & Environment6.4Average51%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,213
Chronic Absenteeism6.1%

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Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

How John D Mc Govern Elementary Compares

See how John D Mc Govern Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.4/10
52th percentile in MA
Academic
6.4/10
Average
Environment
6.4/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
6.1%

Location

9 Lovering Street, Medway, MA 02053

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering John D Mc Govern Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Burke/Memorial Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Miller School (rated 7.8/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Holliston), which scores notably higher. Additionally, J F Kennedy Memorial (rated 7.6/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Franklin), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Medway, see our Medway schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Medway Middle Medway 0.7 mi 7.4
Burke/Memorial Elementary School Medway 1.0 mi 7.8
Medway High Medway 1.3 mi 6.7
WOODSIDE MONTESSORI ACADEMY Millis 2.5 mi 5.1
Helen Keller Elementary Franklin 3.3 mi 6.6
Annie Sullivan Middle School Franklin 3.3 mi 6.9
J F Kennedy Memorial Franklin 3.3 mi 7.6
Robert H. Adams Middle School Holliston 3.4 mi 7.9
Placentino Elementary Holliston 3.6 mi 4.6
Miller School Holliston 3.6 mi 7.8
Clyde F Brown Millis 2.8 mi 4.1
Stall Brook Bellingham 3.2 mi 5.0
Bellingham Early Childhood Center Bellingham 3.2 mi 3.6
Millis Middle Millis 2.9 mi 7.3
Millis High School Millis 2.9 mi 8.9
Holliston High Holliston 3.8 mi 8.1
Tri-County Regional Vocational Technical Franklin 4.2 mi 7.4
Franklin High Franklin 4.3 mi 7.4
SPARHAWK ACADEMY Mills 3.7 mi 5.7
Horace Mann Franklin 4.4 mi 7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02053 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$174,357

Median Home Value

$588,900

Median Rent

$1,570/mo

Population

13,251

College Educated

61.9%

Homeownership

87.4%

Avg Commute

31.7 min

Poverty Rate

3.1%

Median Age

39.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about John D Mc Govern Elementary

What grades does John D Mc Govern Elementary serve?

John D Mc Govern Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 1st.

How many students attend John D Mc Govern Elementary?

John D Mc Govern Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 377 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at John D Mc Govern Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at John D Mc Govern Elementary is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does John D Mc Govern Elementary rank in MA?

John D Mc Govern Elementary ranks #854 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is John D Mc Govern Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

John D Mc Govern Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is John D Mc Govern Elementary a charter school?

No, John D Mc Govern Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is John D Mc Govern Elementary a Title I school?

No, John D Mc Govern Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
42 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Enrollment
377
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Norfolk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
6.1%

District

Medway
District Enrollment
2,159
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,213
District Rank
#4 of 4

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