Summary:
The city of Framingham, Massachusetts is home to 15 schools, including 9 elementary schools, 4 middle schools, and 2 high schools. The schools in this area show a wide range of academic performance, with some standout schools like Hemenway Elementary and Charlotte A. Dunning Elementary ranking among the top 50% and 65% of Massachusetts elementary schools, respectively. These high-performing schools have strong test scores, with over 50% and 40% of students proficient or better in core subjects.
In contrast, other schools in the Framingham school district struggle, with Framingham High School having a graduation rate and test scores below the state averages. The district as a whole is ranked 316 out of 351 in Massachusetts and rated 1 star out of 5 by SchoolDigger. However, the Joseph P. Keefe Technical High School stands out with a higher graduation rate and stronger test scores in some areas compared to Framingham High.
The data reveals significant disparities in performance across the Framingham schools, with factors beyond just funding, such as curriculum, teaching quality, and school leadership, likely playing a key role. Addressing the challenges at the middle school level, where some schools like Walsh Middle and Fuller Middle show relatively weaker performance, could have a positive impact on high school outcomes.
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