Serving 309 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Parmenter 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 309 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Parmenter School serves the southeastern part of Franklin, MA, covering an area of approximately 3.9 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest boundary being about 2.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Parmenter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Parmenter's student population of 309 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
309 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Parmenter 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 Parmenter is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#373 out of 1626 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
8%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
68%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.4%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parmenter's ranking?
Parmenter is ranked #373 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Parmenter often compared to?
Parmenteris often viewed alongside schools like Jefferson Elementary School, Helen Keller Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Parmenter?
309 students attend Parmenter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Parmenter students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Parmenter?
Parmenter has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Parmenter offer ?
Parmenter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Parmenter part of?
Parmenter is part of Franklin School District.
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