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Potter Road

Elementary School · Framingham

492 Potter Rd, Framingham, MA 01701

Enrollment

535

Student-Teacher

13.7:1

Score

2.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,784 of 1,793

In Framingham

#16 of 16

public schools

In district

#14 of 14

Framingham

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Potter Road

2.7/10

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

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5.5/10

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7.2/10

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About Potter Road

Potter Road is a public elementary school in Framingham, MA, part of Framingham. Potter Road serves approximately 535 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Potter Road has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,784 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Potter Road show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.4 pts below district
  • This school 2.7 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.1
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress1.7Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-4.49 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics3.3Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency18% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency26.3% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-24.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-16.3 pts
Overall Proficiency22% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-16.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile14th
Resources & Environment4.5Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,335
Chronic Absenteeism29.3%

Potter Road — Students at Potter Road score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 37.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 42.6% (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
67%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
59%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
64%
ELA
71%
2015
Math
65%
ELA
65%
2016
Math
43%
ELA
39%
2017
Math
46%
ELA
50%
2018
Math
45.8%
ELA
47.5%
2019
Math
51.5%
ELA
49%
2020*
Math
24%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
25.8%
ELA
44%
2022
Math
23.8%
ELA
31%
2023
Math
18%
ELA
25.3%
2024
Math
19%
ELA
21.3%
2025
Math
18%
ELA
26.3%

* 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: 1.7/10.

How Potter Road Compares

See how Potter Road performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
2.7/10
1th percentile in MA
Academic
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
1.7/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
4.5/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
39 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.3%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

492 Potter Rd, Framingham, MA 01701

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Potter Road may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Happy Hollow School (rated 9.5/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Wayland), which scores notably higher. Another option is Peter Noyes (rated 8.8/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Sudbury), which scores notably higher. Additionally, King Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Framingham, see our Framingham schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.2 mi
School Distance Rating
THE BRIGHTON SCHOOL Framingham 0.8 mi 5.5
King Elementary School Framingham 0.9 mi 7.2
METROWEST JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Framingham 0.9 mi 5.8
Israel Loring School Sudbury 0.9 mi 6.2
Cameron Middle School Framingham 0.8 mi 4.0
Mary E Stapleton Elementary Framingham 1.0 mi 4.0
Hemenway Framingham 1.0 mi 4.2
Walsh Middle Framingham 1.2 mi 5.0
Framingham High School Framingham 1.4 mi 4.6
Charlotte A Dunning Framingham 1.3 mi 3.8
Juniper Hill School Framingham 1.7 mi 5.1
THE LEARNING CENTER FOR THE DEAF Framingham 2.2 mi 8.8
Christa McAuliffe Charter School Framingham 2.2 mi 4.8
WAYSIDE ACADEMY Framingham 2.6 mi
Wayland High School Wayland 2.1 mi 9.4
ST BRIDGET SCHOOL Framingham 2.8 mi 5.7
Fuller Middle Framingham 3.0 mi 4.9
Happy Hollow School Wayland 2.3 mi 9.5
Miriam F McCarthy School Framingham 3.2 mi 3.5
Peter Noyes Sudbury 3.2 mi 8.8

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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Hoosac Valley Elementary School Adams, MA 2.9
Hyannis West Elementary Hyannis, MA 2.9
Hood Lynn, MA 3.0
Wm P Connery Lynn, MA 3.0
Arlington Elementary Lawrence, MA 2.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Potter Road

What grades does Potter Road serve?

Potter Road serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Potter Road?

Potter Road has an enrollment of approximately 535 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Potter Road?

The student-teacher ratio at Potter Road is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Potter Road rank in MA?

Potter Road ranks #1,784 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Potter Road's MySchoolScout rating?

Potter Road has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.7 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 Potter Road?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Potter Road has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Potter Road a charter school?

No, Potter Road is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Potter Road a Title I school?

No, Potter Road is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
10 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
23 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
535
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
39
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.3%

District

Framingham
District Enrollment
9,134
Schools in District
14
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,335
District Rank
#14 of 14

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