Below Average
#1625 of 1,793 schools in MA
Mary E Stapleton Elementary
Elementary School · Framingham
25 Elm Street, Framingham, MA 01701
Enrollment
354
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
354
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,625 of 1,793
In Framingham
#10 of 16
public schools
In district
#8 of 14
Framingham
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Mary E Stapleton Elementary
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About Mary E Stapleton Elementary
Mary E Stapleton Elementary is a public elementary school in Framingham, MA, part of Framingham. Mary E Stapleton Elementary serves approximately 354 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Mary E Stapleton Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,625 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Mary E Stapleton Elementary show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 4.1
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Mary E Stapleton Elementary — Students at Mary E Stapleton Elementary score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 82 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: 3.6/10.
How Mary E Stapleton Elementary Compares
See how Mary E Stapleton Elementary 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
25 Elm Street, Framingham, MA 01701
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mary E Stapleton Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Happy Hollow School (rated 9.5/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Wayland), which scores notably higher. Another option is Brown (rated 9.0/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Natick), which scores notably higher. Additionally, King Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Framingham, see our Framingham schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Cameron Middle School Framingham | 0.5 mi | 4.0 |
| Framingham High School Framingham | 0.6 mi | 4.6 |
| THE BRIGHTON SCHOOL Framingham | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Potter Road Framingham | 1.0 mi | 2.7 |
| Juniper Hill School Framingham | 1.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Christa McAuliffe Charter School Framingham | 1.3 mi | 4.8 |
| King Elementary School Framingham | 1.1 mi | 7.2 |
| METROWEST JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Framingham | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Israel Loring School Sudbury | 1.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Walsh Middle Framingham | 1.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Wayland High School Wayland | 1.7 mi | 9.4 |
| Charlotte A Dunning Framingham | 1.6 mi | 3.8 |
| WAYSIDE ACADEMY Framingham | 2.0 mi | — |
| Hemenway Framingham | 1.6 mi | 4.2 |
| Happy Hollow School Wayland | 1.8 mi | 9.5 |
| RCS LEARNING CENTER Natick | 2.2 mi | 6.6 |
| THE LEARNING CENTER FOR THE DEAF Framingham | 2.0 mi | 8.8 |
| Fuller Middle Framingham | 2.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Brown Natick | 2.5 mi | 9.0 |
| Miriam F McCarthy School Framingham | 2.6 mi | 3.5 |
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
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| Paul Revere Revere, MA | 4.0 |
| Robert L Ford Lynn, MA | 4.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mary E Stapleton Elementary
What grades does Mary E Stapleton Elementary serve?
Mary E Stapleton Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Mary E Stapleton Elementary?
Mary E Stapleton Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 354 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mary E Stapleton Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Mary E Stapleton Elementary is 10.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mary E Stapleton Elementary rank in MA?
Mary E Stapleton Elementary ranks #1,625 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Mary E Stapleton Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Mary E Stapleton Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Mary E Stapleton Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mary E Stapleton Elementary has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Mary E Stapleton Elementary a charter school?
No, Mary E Stapleton Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mary E Stapleton Elementary a Title I school?
No, Mary E Stapleton Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 354
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 29.4%
- Phone
- (508) 626-9143
Resources & Links
District
Framingham- District Enrollment
- 9,134
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,335
- District Rank
- #8 of 14
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