Very Good
#382 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 21% in state
Mccarthy-towne School
Elementary School · Acton-Boxborough
11 Charter Road, Acton, MA 01720
Enrollment
441
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
441
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#382 of 1,793
In Acton
#5 of 8
public schools
In district
#5 of 9
Acton-Boxborough
Academic growth
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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Mccarthy-towne School
Elementary School in Acton · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Mccarthy-towne School
Mccarthy-towne School is a public elementary school in Acton, MA, part of Acton-Boxborough. Mccarthy-towne School serves approximately 441 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Mccarthy-towne School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #382 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Mccarthy-towne School show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 7.4
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Mccarthy-towne School — Students at Mccarthy-towne School score 55% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 86 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: 8.2/10.
How Mccarthy-towne School Compares
See how Mccarthy-towne School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
11 Charter Road, Acton, MA 01720
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mccarthy-towne School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Paul P Gates Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Luther Conant School (rated 8.1/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, OAK MEADOW SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Littleton), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Acton, see our Acton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Merriam School Acton | 0.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Raymond J Grey Junior High Acton | 0.2 mi | 8.9 |
| Acton-Boxborough Regional High Acton | 0.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Luther Conant School Acton | 0.9 mi | 8.1 |
| C.T. Douglas Elementary School Acton | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Paul P Gates Elementary School Acton | 1.0 mi | 8.9 |
| Carol Huebner Early Childhood Program Acton | 1.0 mi | 4.7 |
| THE IMAGO SCHOOL ASSOCIATION Maynard | 3.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Blanchard Memorial School Boxborough | 2.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Green Meadow Maynard | 3.7 mi | 6.5 |
| OAK MEADOW SCHOOL Littleton | 3.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Shaker Lane Elementary Littleton | 3.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Fowler School Maynard | 3.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Maynard High Maynard | 3.9 mi | 8.1 |
| Thoreau Concord | 3.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Hale Stow | 3.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Center School Stow | 3.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Concord Middle Concord | 3.9 mi | 9.4 |
| Josiah Haynes Sudbury | 4.7 mi | 7.8 |
| NASHOBA BROOKS SCHOOL Concord | 3.7 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01720 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$154,101
Median Home Value
$766,500
Median Rent
$1,908/mo
Population
23,322
College Educated
77.8%
Homeownership
75.4%
Avg Commute
35.2 min
Poverty Rate
3.5%
Median Age
44.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Birch Meadow Reading, MA | 7.8 |
| Burke/Memorial Elementary School Medway, MA | 7.8 |
| Center Longmeadow, MA | 7.8 |
| Chandler Magnet Worcester, MA | 7.8 |
| Daniel Butler Belmont, MA | 7.8 |
| Elsie A Hastings Elementary Westborough, MA | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mccarthy-towne School
What grades does Mccarthy-towne School serve?
Mccarthy-towne School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Mccarthy-towne School?
Mccarthy-towne School has an enrollment of approximately 441 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mccarthy-towne School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mccarthy-towne School is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mccarthy-towne School rank in MA?
Mccarthy-towne School ranks #382 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Mccarthy-towne School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mccarthy-towne School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Mccarthy-towne School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mccarthy-towne School has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025).
Is Mccarthy-towne School a charter school?
No, Mccarthy-towne School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mccarthy-towne School a Title I school?
No, Mccarthy-towne School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 441
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.1%
- Phone
- (978) 264-3377
Resources & Links
District
Acton-Boxborough- District Enrollment
- 5,099
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,933
- District Rank
- #5 of 9
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