Needs Improvement
#1697 of 1,793 schools in MA
Miriam F Mccarthy School
Elementary School · Framingham
8 Flagg Drive, Framingham, MA 01701
Enrollment
504
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
504
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,697 of 1,793
In Framingham
#15 of 16
public schools
In district
#13 of 14
Framingham
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Miriam F Mccarthy School
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About Miriam F Mccarthy School
Miriam F Mccarthy School is a public elementary school in Framingham, MA, part of Framingham. Miriam F Mccarthy School serves approximately 504 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Miriam F Mccarthy School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,697 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Miriam F Mccarthy School show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.1
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
49% of students at Miriam F Mccarthy School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Miriam F Mccarthy School — Students at Miriam F Mccarthy School score 18% 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: 4.1/10.
How Miriam F Mccarthy School Compares
See how Miriam F Mccarthy School 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
8 Flagg Drive, Framingham, MA 01701
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Miriam F Mccarthy School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Brown (rated 9.0/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Natick), which scores notably higher. Another option is King Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SUMMIT MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 1.9 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Fuller Middle Framingham | 0.2 mi | 4.9 |
| WAYSIDE ACADEMY Framingham | 0.6 mi | — |
| ST BRIDGET SCHOOL Framingham | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| THE LEARNING CENTER FOR THE DEAF Framingham | 1.2 mi | 8.8 |
| Barbieri Elementary Framingham | 1.1 mi | 4.5 |
| Juniper Hill School Framingham | 1.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Joseph P Keefe Technical High School Framingham | 1.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Harmony Grove Elementary Framingham | 1.7 mi | 3.7 |
| Christa McAuliffe Charter School Framingham | 1.6 mi | 4.8 |
| RCS LEARNING CENTER Natick | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Framingham High School Framingham | 2.0 mi | 4.6 |
| Brown Natick | 1.6 mi | 9.0 |
| J F Kennedy Middle School Natick | 1.7 mi | 8.9 |
| Charlotte A Dunning Framingham | 2.2 mi | 3.8 |
| Walsh Middle Framingham | 2.2 mi | 5.0 |
| King Elementary School Framingham | 2.4 mi | 7.2 |
| THE BRIGHTON SCHOOL Framingham | 2.4 mi | 5.5 |
| SUMMIT MONTESSORI SCHOOL Framingham | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
| METROWEST JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Framingham | 2.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Mary E Stapleton Elementary Framingham | 2.6 mi | 4.0 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| A Drewicz Elementary Lynn, MA | 3.5 |
| Bowe Chicopee, MA | 3.5 |
| Carlton M. Viveiros Elementary School Fall River, MA | 3.5 |
| Chandler Elementary Community Worcester, MA | 3.5 |
| Condon K-8 School South Boston, MA | 3.5 |
| Barry Chicopee, MA | 3.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Miriam F Mccarthy School
What grades does Miriam F Mccarthy School serve?
Miriam F Mccarthy School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Miriam F Mccarthy School?
Miriam F Mccarthy School has an enrollment of approximately 504 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Miriam F Mccarthy School?
The student-teacher ratio at Miriam F Mccarthy School is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Miriam F Mccarthy School rank in MA?
Miriam F Mccarthy School ranks #1,697 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Miriam F Mccarthy School's MySchoolScout rating?
Miriam F Mccarthy School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 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 Miriam F Mccarthy School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Miriam F Mccarthy School has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Miriam F Mccarthy School a charter school?
No, Miriam F Mccarthy School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Miriam F Mccarthy School a Title I school?
No, Miriam F Mccarthy School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 504
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 49.0%
- Phone
- (508) 626-9161
Resources & Links
District
Framingham- District Enrollment
- 9,134
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,335
- District Rank
- #13 of 14
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