Serving 290 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 42%). 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 51% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 290 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- 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 290 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
290 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Excellence in instruction and student achievement.
School Rankings
Mary E Flaherty School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mary E Flaherty School is 0.66, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#345 out of 1626 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Asian
31%
8%
Hispanic
7%
26%
Black
5%
10%
White
49%
51%
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mary E Flaherty School's ranking?
Mary E Flaherty School is ranked #345 out of 1,626 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 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 42% 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?
290 students attend Mary E Flaherty School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Mary E Flaherty School students are White, 31% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 5% 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mary E Flaherty School part of?
Mary E Flaherty School is part of Braintree School District.
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