A+ Top 1%

Ralph Wheelock School

Grades PK-03 MEDFIELD, MA

Improved 343 spots from last year

#7 State Rank
A+ District Grade
17 Elm Street, MEDFIELD, MA 02052
MCAS scores from 2025 Data updated December 2025
404 Students
95.8% Attendance Rate
66.9 Composite Score

MCAS Test Scores

Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System results

English Language Arts

72% Proficient or Above
8% Advanced

Mathematics

79% Proficient or Above
26% Advanced

Score Trends

Year Subject Grade Proficient+ Advanced
2025 English Language Arts 03 72% 8%
2025 Mathematics 03 79% 26%
2024 English Language Arts 03 62% 9%
2024 Mathematics 03 59% 18%
2023 English Language Arts 03 76% 15%
2023 Mathematics 03 78% 16%
2022 English Language Arts 03 71% 9%
2022 Mathematics 03 67% 12%

MCAS is administered annually to students in grades 3-8 and 10. Scores reflect the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level expectations.

Student Demographics

404 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

White 86.6%
Hispanic 4.5%
Asian 3.7%
Multiracial 3.2%
Black 2%

Gender

53.2% Male
46.8% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 1.7%
Special Education 12.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch 5.9%

School Performance

Key metrics and program information

Attendance

95.8% Attendance Rate
5.7% Chronic Absence

Staffing

Location

17 Elm Street, MEDFIELD, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ralph Wheelock School's grade rating?

Ralph Wheelock School has earned a grade of A+, ranked #7 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 1% of Massachusetts Elementary schools. This rating is based on 2025 MCAS test scores, attendance rates, and other performance metrics from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.

How many students attend Ralph Wheelock School?

Approximately 404 students are enrolled at Ralph Wheelock School.

How does Ralph Wheelock School perform on MCAS tests?

Based on the most recent MCAS results, Ralph Wheelock School's proficiency rates are: English Language Arts (72% proficient), Mathematics (79% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.

What is the attendance rate at Ralph Wheelock School?

Ralph Wheelock School has an attendance rate of 95.8%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.

What school district is Ralph Wheelock School part of?

Ralph Wheelock School is part of Medfield School District. For enrollment information, contact the district office or visit the school's website. Enrollment typically requires proof of residency within the district boundaries.

How are Massachusetts school ratings calculated?

School ratings are calculated using multiple data points from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE), including MCAS test scores (proficiency and growth), attendance rates, graduation rates (for high schools), and student-teacher ratios. Schools are ranked by percentile against similar schools statewide.