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Walsh Middle

Middle School · Framingham

301 Brook Street, Framingham, MA 01701

Enrollment

780

Student-Teacher

10.5:1

Score

5.0

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,334 of 1,793

In Framingham

#4 of 16

public schools

In district

#3 of 14

Framingham

School environment

7.0 / 10

Very Good

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5.0/10

Middle School in Framingham · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Walsh Middle

Walsh Middle is a public middle school in Framingham, MA, part of Framingham. Walsh Middle serves approximately 780 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Walsh Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,334 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Walsh Middle show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.4 pts above district
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • District avg 4.6
  • MA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.3Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-3.1 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.5Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency33.8% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency33.2% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-8.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-9.6 pts
Overall Proficiency34% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-4.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile37th
Resources & Environment7.0Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,335
Chronic Absenteeism26.3%

Walsh Middle — Students at Walsh Middle score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 44.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.1% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 47.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.5% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 96 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
59%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
58%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
58%
ELA
74%
2012
Math
60%
ELA
76%
2013
Math
59%
ELA
76%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
77%
2015
Math
59%
ELA
70%
2016
Math
49%
ELA
46%
2017
Math
49%
ELA
48%
2018
Math
49.6%
ELA
49.4%
2019
Math
51.2%
ELA
55.2%
2020*
Math
40%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
40.2%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
36.8%
ELA
35.8%
2023
Math
34%
ELA
35%
2024
Math
33.5%
ELA
26.8%
2025
Math
33.8%
ELA
33.3%

* 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: 3.3/10.

How Walsh Middle Compares

See how Walsh Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.0/10
26th percentile in MA
Academic
5.5/10
Average
Growth
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.0/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
74 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.3%

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

301 Brook Street, Framingham, MA 01701

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Walsh Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Fuller Middle (rated 4.9/10, 2.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Christa McAuliffe Charter School (rated 4.8/10, 1.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Cameron Middle School (rated 4.0/10, 1.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Framingham, see our Framingham schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Charlotte A Dunning Framingham 0.2 mi 3.8
METROWEST JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Framingham 0.3 mi 5.8
King Elementary School Framingham 0.4 mi 7.2
Hemenway Framingham 0.6 mi 4.2
THE BRIGHTON SCHOOL Framingham 0.6 mi 5.5
THE LEARNING CENTER FOR THE DEAF Framingham 1.1 mi 8.8
Potter Road Framingham 1.2 mi 2.7
Juniper Hill School Framingham 1.1 mi 5.1
ST BRIDGET SCHOOL Framingham 1.6 mi 5.7
Framingham High School Framingham 1.3 mi 4.6
WAYSIDE ACADEMY Framingham 1.7 mi
Mary E Stapleton Elementary Framingham 1.4 mi 4.0
SUMMIT MONTESSORI SCHOOL Framingham 1.6 mi 7.0
Cameron Middle School Framingham 1.6 mi 4.0
Fuller Middle Framingham 2.1 mi 4.9
Miriam F McCarthy School Framingham 2.2 mi 3.5
Israel Loring School Sudbury 2.1 mi 6.2
Christa McAuliffe Charter School Framingham 1.9 mi 4.8
REED ACADEMY Framingham 1.9 mi
Brophy Framingham 2.2 mi 3.7

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
Bridgewater Middle School Bridgewater, MA 5.0
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John G Whittier Haverhill, MA 5.0
Justus C. Richardson Middle School Dracut, MA 5.0
Lt Clayre Sullivan Elementary Holyoke, MA 5.0
Abington Middle School Abington, MA 5.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Walsh Middle

What grades does Walsh Middle serve?

Walsh Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Walsh Middle?

Walsh Middle has an enrollment of approximately 780 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Walsh Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Walsh Middle is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Walsh Middle rank in MA?

Walsh Middle ranks #1,334 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Walsh Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Walsh Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Walsh Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Walsh Middle has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Walsh Middle a charter school?

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

Is Walsh Middle a Title I school?

No, Walsh Middle is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
13 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
19 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
780
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
74
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.3%

District

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

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