Welcome to Harrington Elementary School
The Charles D. Harrington Elementary School is one of four elementary schools within the Chelmsford Public School District and services over 500 students from kindergarten through Grade four.
We are committed to providing a safe and nurturing learning environment where all students can achieve success. Our school community prides itself on educating the whole child; making sure the needs of students come first. Whether in the classroom, performing for guests, or playing at recess, we are constantly learning and growing.
Meeting/exceeding expectations in MCAS ELA Grades 3-8
Above Massachusetts Average
Meeting/exceeding expectations in MCAS Math Grades 3-8
Above Massachusetts Average
Making progress toward ACCESS Testing exit benchmarks
Above Massachusetts Average
Important Notice
Given the forecast for severe snow and blizzard like conditions, all Chelmsford Public Schools will be closed on Monday, February 23, 2026. Enjoy the storm, stay safe and we’ll hopefully see you Tuesday.
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Harrington Happenings Newsletter: Feb. 1, 2026
PHOTOS: Sam Drazin Visits Harrington Elementary School
PHOTOS: Harrington Elementary School Trunk or Treat 2025
Harrington Happenings Newsletter: June 8, 2025
PHOTOS: Harrington Elementary School Art Show
PHOTOS: Harrington Elementary School STEAM Fair
Chelmsford schools dig into learning with AR sandboxes
PHOTOS: Harrington Elementary Multicultural Night 2025
Harrington Elementary students continue to Share the Warmth
PHOTOS: Harrington’s Trunk-Or-Treat
Chelmsford elementary school PTOs have fall fun planned
Harrington community raises over $5K via walk-a-thon
120 Richardson Road
North Chelmsford, MA 01863
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) 251-5166
Fax: (978) 926-0792
Robert Asselin: Principal
Karen Grabowski: Assistant Principal
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Upcoming Events
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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
Wed Mar 04 2026
HPTO Monthly Meeting
6:30 pm
Harrington Elementary School
120 Richardson Road, North Chelmsford
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