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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PHOTOS: 7th Grade Open House at McCarthy Middle School
PHOTOS: 8th Grade Open House at McCarthy Middle School
McCarthy Middle School Weekly Bulletin: June 15, 2026
WATCH: McCarthy Middle School Band Spring Concert 2026
McCarthy, Parker Middle School PTOs award 2026 scholarships
WATCH: McCarthy Middle School Orchestra Spring Concert 2026
WATCH: Chelmsford Middle School Showboat – McCarthy
WATCH: McCarthy Middle School Spring Chorus Concert 2026
PHOTOS: Chelmsford Middle Schools Showboat Rehearsals
PHOTOS: McCarthy Drama’s Dress Rehearsal for “Mean Girls, Jr.”
WATCH: Parker & McCarthy Winter Band Concert 2026
PHOTOS: Project 300 at McCarthy Middle School
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 Oct 20 2026
Wed Oct 21 2026
CHS Prospective Students Night
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Chelmsford HIgh School
200 Richardson Road, Chelmsford, Mass. 01863
Wed Oct 21 2026
Council of Chelmsford Schools (CoCS) Meeting: In-Person
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Central Administration Office
230 North Road, Chelmsford, MA 01824
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