For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 933 students in 02494, MA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 02494, MA are John Eliot and Sunita L. Williams Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 02494 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 02494, MA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Massachusetts public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02494, MA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
John Eliot
(Math: 63% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
135 Wellesley Avenue
Needham Heights, MA 02494
(781) 455-0452
Needham Heights, MA 02494
(781) 455-0452
Gr: K-5 | 402 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #22.
Sunita L. Williams Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
585 Central Avenue
Needham Heights, MA 02494
(781) 455-0461
Needham Heights, MA 02494
(781) 455-0461
Gr: K-5 | 531 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 02494, MA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 02494, MA include John Eliot and Sunita L. Williams Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 02494?
2 public elementary schools are located in 02494.
What is the racial composition of students in 02494?
02494 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Massachusetts public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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