Serving 281 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Mary E Flaherty School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 281 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mary E Flaherty School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Mary E Flaherty School's student population of 281 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
281 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mary E Flaherty School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mary E Flaherty School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#336 out of 1631 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
28%
7%
Hispanic
8%
25%
Black
3%
10%
White
54%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mary E Flaherty School's ranking?
Mary E Flaherty School is ranked #336 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Mary E Flaherty School often compared to?
Mary E Flaherty Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hollis, Monatiquot Kindergarten Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Mary E Flaherty School?
281 students attend Mary E Flaherty School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Mary E Flaherty School students are White, 28% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mary E Flaherty School?
Mary E Flaherty School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Mary E Flaherty School offer ?
Mary E Flaherty School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Mary E Flaherty School part of?
Mary E Flaherty School is part of Braintree School District.
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