The top reported proficiency rate is 46% in Science. The lowest is 29% in Math.
Original Research by School Decision on King Elementary School
King Elementary School is a regular public school in Framingham, Massachusetts, serving kindergarten through fifth grade. It is part of the Framingham Public Schools system, and its current grade configuration runs K-5, though families should be aware that the district reorganized its elementary schools to a K-4 model starting in the 2022-2023 school year, moving fifth grade to middle school. Whether King Elementary will continue to serve fifth graders under that plan or has already been adjusted is something a family would want to confirm directly with the district.
The school enrolls a student body that is roughly balanced between White and Hispanic students, with smaller shares of Asian, Black, and multiracial students. Data on the share of students who qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, who receive special education services, or who are English learners was not available in the source material. A parent may want to ask the school about these supports, as they shape the resources and attention a child will receive.
On state assessments, King Elementary’s results sit below the midpoint when compared with other districts in Middlesex County. On the 2024-25 NextGen MCAS, the share of students scoring proficient or above in English language arts was below half, and in math it was lower still. Science performance, tested only in grade five, was somewhat stronger but also fell short of a majority reaching proficiency. Looking at trends over recent years, both ELA and math have moved up and down without a clear upward direction. In 2023-24, for example, both subjects hit their lowest points in the available series, and while 2024-25 showed a rebound in ELA, math still lagged. Parents looking for a high-proficiency academic environment will find that King Elementary is not that, and they may want to investigate what academic support programs are in place and how the school works to raise achievement.
The school is located in Framingham, a mid-sized city roughly twenty miles west of downtown Boston that blends suburban residential neighborhoods with busy commercial corridors. The city has a notable Brazilian American population and a mix of retail, office parks, and historic districts. Housing costs in the area are high, with median home values and rents well above national averages, reflecting the pressure of the Greater Boston market. The city is primarily car-dependent, though a commuter rail station near downtown provides a transit link into Boston. For families weighing the trade-off between a shorter commute and housing affordability, Framingham sits in the middle tier of MetroWest.
The district itself has undergone a significant grade reconfiguration, moving fifth graders to middle schools. That change has likely shifted the elementary experience across the district, and King’s current grade span may still reflect the old model or may be in transition. Because the sources showed King with fifth grade, but the district brief described the K-4 change as lasting, a family should verify the current arrangement to avoid confusion about where their child will attend.
No data was available on discipline, attendance, or chronic absenteeism at King Elementary. These are important indicators of school climate and safety, and their absence means a parent would need to seek that information from the school or district directly. Likewise, program offerings such as enrichment, arts, or specialized instruction were not listed in the data.
Overall, King Elementary serves a diverse student body in a mid-sized city with high housing costs and a suburban feel. Its academic results are on the lower end relative to other schools in the same county, and the district’s recent restructuring adds a layer of complexity for families trying to understand exactly what grade levels the school will house. This school may fit families who value diversity and proximity to Boston more than top-tier test scores, and who are willing to engage directly with the school to understand its supports, climate, and future plans.
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