Serving 512 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Francis J Kane ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 512 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Francis J Kane ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Francis J Kane's student population of 512 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
512 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
Francis J Kane ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Francis J Kane is 0.60, 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
#872 out of 1631 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
47%
25%
Black
6%
10%
White
42%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Francis J Kane's ranking?
Francis J Kane is ranked #872 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Francis J Kane often compared to?
Francis J Kaneis often viewed alongside schools like Charles Jaworek School, Richer by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Francis J Kane?
512 students attend Francis J Kane.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Francis J Kane students are Hispanic, 42% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Francis J Kane?
Francis J Kane has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Francis J Kane offer ?
Francis J Kane offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Francis J Kane part of?
Francis J Kane is part of Marlborough School District.
School Reviews
5 9/30/2014
They have some of the best teachers and the nicest principle's
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