A Top 18%

Helen Keller Elementary

Improved 2 spots from last year

#7 State Rank
A District Grade
MCAS scores from 2025 Data updated December 2025
560 Students
94.8% Attendance Rate
51.1 Composite Score

MCAS Test Scores

Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System results

English Language Arts

48.7% Proficient or Above
6.3% Advanced

Mathematics

60.7% Proficient or Above
13% Advanced

Science

57% Proficient or Above
9% Advanced

Score Trends

Year Subject Grade Proficient+ Advanced
2025 English Language Arts 03 47% 5%
2025 English Language Arts 04 51% 8%
2025 English Language Arts 05 48% 6%
2025 Mathematics 03 65% 17%
2025 Mathematics 04 64% 19%
2025 Mathematics 05 53% 3%
2025 Science 05 57% 9%
2024 English Language Arts 03 60% 12%
2024 English Language Arts 04 41% 3%
2024 English Language Arts 05 48% 10%
2024 Mathematics 03 63% 22%
2024 Mathematics 04 58% 11%
2024 Mathematics 05 57% 10%
2024 Science 05 54% 6%
2023 English Language Arts 03 51% 9%

MCAS is administered annually to students in grades 3-8 and 10. Scores reflect the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level expectations.

Student Demographics

560 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

White 82.5%
Hispanic 6.4%
Asian 6.3%
Black 2.5%
Multiracial 2.1%

Gender

49.8% Male
50.2% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 3%
Special Education 19.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch 13.8%

School Performance

Key metrics and program information

Attendance

94.8% Attendance Rate
10.2% Chronic Absence

Staffing

Part of Franklin School District

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Helen Keller Elementary's grade rating?

Helen Keller Elementary has earned a grade of A, ranked #7 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 18% of Massachusetts School 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 Helen Keller Elementary?

Approximately 560 students are enrolled at Helen Keller Elementary.

How does Helen Keller Elementary perform on MCAS tests?

Based on the most recent MCAS results, Helen Keller Elementary's proficiency rates are: English Language Arts (49% proficient), Mathematics (61% proficient), Science (57% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.

What is the attendance rate at Helen Keller Elementary?

Helen Keller Elementary has an attendance rate of 94.8%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.

What school district is Helen Keller Elementary part of?

Helen Keller Elementary is part of Franklin 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.