McCarthy Middle School
Welcome to the C. Edith McCarthy Middle School!
Effective the 2023-24 academic year, the McCarthy Middle School will be home to grades 7 and 8 students and families.
One of the largest middle schools in the Merrimack Valley, the McCarthy Middle School is one of two middle schools in Chelmsford and provides education for roughly 800 students.
Meeting/exceeding expectations in MCAS ELA Grades 3-8
Above Massachusetts average
Meeting/exceeding expectations in MCAS Math Grades 3-8
Above Massachusetts average
Meeting/exceeding expectations in MCAS Science Grades 5 & 8
Above Massachusetts average
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2025-26 Bus Registration Is Open
Bus registration for the 2025-26 school year is open.
VIEW: Grade 5 Music/Arts Courses
Find out more about our Grade 5 performance and visual art courses.
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We Are Hiring!
Teachers, nurses, paras and substitutes. We’re hiring! View our latest job openings.
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McCarthy Middle School Weekly Bulletin: Nov. 10, 2025
McCarthy Middle School Family Update: Oct. 13, 2025
Cowan named assistant principal at McCarthy Middle School
McCarthy Middle School Weekly Bulletin: June 16, 2025
WATCH: McCarthy Middle School Showboat 2025
WATCH: Parker & McCarthy Spring Orchestra Concert
WATCH: McCarthy Middle School Spring Chorus Concert
WATCH: McCarthy Middle School Spring Band Concert
McCarthy, Parker Middle School PTOs award 2025 scholarships
McCarthy Middle School Family Update: April 13, 2025
PHOTOS: McCarthy Middle School Drama Club presents “Willy Wonka Jr.”
Digital health and safety expert speaks to Chelmsford students
250 North Road
Chelmsford, MA 01824
Phone: (978)251-5122
Fax: (978)251-5130
Principal: Dr. Jeffery Parks
Assistant Principal: Christopher Cowan
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Upcoming Events
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Wed Nov 19 2025
Thu Nov 20 2025
School Building Committee Meeting
6:00 pm
Chelmsford Elks Lodge #2310
300 Littleton Road, Chelmsford, Mass. 01824
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