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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All Chelmsford Public Schools will be closed on Tuesday, February 24, 2026. Stay safe and warm.
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McCarthy Middle School Weekly Bulletin: Feb. 23, 2026
PHOTOS: McCarthy Drama’s Dress Rehearsal for “Mean Girls, Jr.”
WATCH: Parker & McCarthy Winter Band Concert 2026
PHOTOS: Project 300 at McCarthy Middle School
Project 300 kicks off at McCarthy Middle School
WATCH: Parker & McCarthy Winter Orchestra Concert 2025
McCarthy Middle School Family Update: Dec. 21, 2025
WATCH: McCarthy Middle School Winter Chorus Concert 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
250 North Road
Chelmsford, MA 01824
Notice of Non-Discrimination – All educational and non-academic programs, activities and employment opportunities at the Chelmsford Public Schools are offered without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, homelessness, age and/or disability, and any other class or characteristic protected by law.
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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Tue Mar 03 2026
Wed Mar 04 2026
K-12 Youth Art Month Exhibit Opening Reception
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Chelmsford Public Library
25 Boston Road, Chelmsford
Fri Mar 06 2026
McCarthy Grade 8 Enrichment: Zoom Author Visit with Dr. Melba Pattillo Beals, Warriors Don't Cry
McCarthy Middle School
250 North Road, Chelmsford, MA 01824
Fri Mar 06 2026
McCarthy Grade 7 Black Light Dance
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
McCarthy Middle School
250 North Road, Chelmsford, MA 01824
Wed Mar 11 2026
Thu Mar 12 2026
Middle Schools PTO Meeting (Parker & McCarthy) - Virtual
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
McCarthy Library
Tue Mar 17 2026
Fri Mar 20 2026
McCarthy Rock & Roll Bingo
7:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Chelmsford Elks Lodge
300 Littleton Rd, Chelmsford, MA 01824
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