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.

68%

Meeting/exceeding expectations in MCAS ELA Grades 3-8

14%

Above Massachusetts average

63%

Meeting/exceeding expectations in MCAS Math Grades 3-8

14%

Above Massachusetts average

65%

Meeting/exceeding expectations in MCAS Science Grades 5 & 8

17%

Above Massachusetts average

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Tue Nov 04 2025

Professional Development Day - No School

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Thu Nov 06 2025

McCarthy Enrichment: The Sober Truth

McCarthy Auditorium

250 North Road, Chelmsford, MA 01824

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Sat Nov 08 2025

E-Waste & Junk Recycle Day (Center & McCarthy PTOs)

8:00 am - 12:00 pm

Central Administration Office

230 North Road, Chelmsford, MA 01824

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Mon Nov 10 2025