B Top 49%

Walsh Middle School

Grades 06-08 FRAMINGHAM, MA

Moved up 75 places from 2024 to 2025

#173 State Rank
C District Grade
301 Brook Street, FRAMINGHAM, MA 01701
Diverse
Rating sources & methodology MCAS scores from 2025 Data updated September 2026
726 Students
93.5% Attendance Rate
42.6 Composite Score

MCAS score comparisons

Students meeting or exceeding expectations · 2025 results

Each subject shows the average of published grade percentages, without weighting by enrollment. The bars compare available years on a 0–100% scale. Grade coverage and student groups can change between years.

CIV

34% Meeting or exceeding expectations

4% exceeding expectations

English Language Arts

33.3% Meeting or exceeding expectations

7.3% exceeding expectations

2023 35% 35%
2024 26.7% 26.7%
2025 33.3% 33.3%

Mathematics

33.7% Meeting or exceeding expectations

4% exceeding expectations

2023 34% 34%
2024 33.7% 33.7%
2025 33.7% 33.7%

Science

34% Meeting or exceeding expectations

6% exceeding expectations

2023 44% 44%
2024 31% 31%
2025 34% 34%
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Available grade results for the latest 3 published years. An em dash means the value was not published.
YearSubjectGradeMeeting+Exceeding
2025CIV08 34%4%
2025English Language Arts06 33%7%
2025English Language Arts07 33%5%
2025English Language Arts08 34%10%
2025Mathematics06 33%2%
2025Mathematics07 39%7%
2025Mathematics08 29%3%
2025Science08 34%6%
2024English Language Arts06 22%3%
2024English Language Arts07 28%1%
2024English Language Arts08 30%6%
2024Mathematics06 29%2%
2024Mathematics07 41%7%
2024Mathematics08 31%4%
2024Science08 31%4%
2023English Language Arts06 36%8%
2023English Language Arts07 27%3%
2023English Language Arts08 42%10%
2023Mathematics06 35%3%
2023Mathematics07 36%6%
2023Mathematics08 31%6%
2023Science08 44%6%

MCAS subject percentages differ from the composite school rating, which combines available academic and school indicators. Letter grades and state ranks compare schools at the same level. A rank change describes relative position, not a percentage-point change in test scores. Read the rating methodology.

Student Demographics

726 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

Hispanic 47%
White 37.9%
Black 5.5%
Multiracial 5.5%
Asian 4.1%

Gender

48.1% Male
51.5% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 18.2%
Special Education 21.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch 44.4%

School Performance

Key metrics and program information

Attendance

93.5% Attendance Rate
18.7% Chronic Absence

Staffing

Location

301 Brook Street, FRAMINGHAM, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Walsh Middle School's grade rating?

Walsh Middle School has earned a grade of B, ranked #173 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 49% of Massachusetts Middle schools. This rating is based on 2025 MCAS test scores, attendance rates, and other performance metrics from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.

How many students attend Walsh Middle School?

Approximately 726 students are enrolled at Walsh Middle School.

How does Walsh Middle School perform on MCAS tests?

Based on the most recent MCAS results, Walsh Middle School's proficiency rates are: CIV (34% proficient), English Language Arts (33% proficient), Mathematics (34% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.

What is the attendance rate at Walsh Middle School?

Walsh Middle School has an attendance rate of 93.5%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.

What school district is Walsh Middle School part of?

Walsh Middle School is part of Framingham School District. For enrollment information, contact the district office or visit the school's website. Enrollment typically requires proof of residency within the district boundaries.

How are Massachusetts school ratings calculated?

School ratings are calculated using multiple data points from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE), including MCAS test scores (proficiency and growth), attendance rates, graduation rates (for high schools), and student-teacher ratios. Schools are ranked by percentile against similar schools statewide.