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7 schools in Chelmsford

Massachusetts · Public K-12

Public K-12 schools in Chelmsford number 7, teaching approximately 3,268 Massachusetts students, an average of 467 per campus.

7-year change in Chelmsford

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
3,268
+247 (+8%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
7
+1 (+17%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
63%
was 74%
% Hispanic
9%
was 6%
% Black
4%
was 3%
% Asian
19%
was 15%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
Byam SchoolElementaryKG-04510
Center Elementary SchoolElementaryKG-04480
Col Moses Parker SchoolMiddle05-06778
Community Education CenterElementaryPK-PK158
Dr. Janice Adie Day SchoolCombinedPK-1270
McCarthy Middle SchoolMiddle07-08808
South RowElementaryKG-04464

About Chelmsford

Chelmsford, Massachusetts is home to 7 public schools, with combined enrollment of approximately 3,268 students. By school count, it is a medium-population city.

Looking at the level breakdown, the city covers 4 elementary, 2 middle, and 1 other.

Over the past 7-year window. Total public-school enrollment in Chelmsford has climbed 8% since SY 2017-18, moving from about 3,021 students to 3,268. Chelmsford now counts 7 public schools, up from 6 in SY 2017-18. The White share of public-school enrollment shrank from 74% to 63%.

Within the allk12 community for this area, the community for Chelmsford discusses sports rivalries, cross-district programs, and shared facilities. Posts come from current and former families, staff, and alumni.

Frequently asked questions

How many public schools are in Chelmsford?
Chelmsford, Massachusetts has 7 public K-12 schools serving approximately 3,268 students.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Chelmsford?
Chelmsford has 4 elementary, 2 middle, 1 combined-grade public schools.
What is the largest public school in Chelmsford?
McCarthy Middle School is the largest public school in Chelmsford by enrollment, with approximately 808 students.
What school districts serve Chelmsford?
Chelmsford is served by 2 public school districts, including Lowell, Chelmsford.
What grade levels do public schools in Chelmsford cover?
Public schools in Chelmsford serve students from pre-K through grade 12.