For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,063 students in 02492, MA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 02492, MA are High Rock School, Broadmeadow and William Mitchell. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 02492 have an average math proficiency score of 70% (versus the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 02492, MA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Massachusetts public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02492, MA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
High Rock School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
77 Ferndale Road
Needham, MA 02492
(781) 455-0400
Needham, MA 02492
(781) 455-0400
Gr: 6 | 441 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #22.
Broadmeadow
(Math: 70% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
120 Broadmeadow Rd
Needham, MA 02492
(781) 455-0448
Needham, MA 02492
(781) 455-0448
Gr: K-5 | 502 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #33.
William Mitchell
(Math: 69% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
187 Brookline Street
Needham, MA 02492
(781) 455-0466
Needham, MA 02492
(781) 455-0466
Gr: K-5 | 424 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #44.
Newman Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1155 Central Avenue
Needham, MA 02492
(781) 455-0416
Needham, MA 02492
(781) 455-0416
Gr: PK-5 | 696 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 02492, MA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 02492, MA include High Rock School, Broadmeadow and William Mitchell.
How many public elementary schools are located in 02492?
4 public elementary schools are located in 02492.
What is the racial composition of students in 02492?
02492 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Massachusetts public elementary schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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