For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 984 students in 02458, MA (there are 4 private schools, serving 744 private students). 57% of all K-12 students in 02458, MA are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 02458, MA are Bigelow Middle School, Underwood and Lincoln-eliot. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 02458 have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 02458, MA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public school average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02458, MA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Bigelow Middle School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
42 Vernon St
Newton, MA 02458
(617) 559-6800
Newton, MA 02458
(617) 559-6800
Grades: 6-8
| 414 students
Rank: #22.
Underwood
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
101 Vernon Street
Newton, MA 02458
(617) 559-9660
Newton, MA 02458
(617) 559-9660
Grades: K-5
| 242 students
Rank: #33.
Lincoln-eliot
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
191 Pearl Street
Newton, MA 02458
(617) 559-9540
Newton, MA 02458
(617) 559-9540
Grades: K-5
| 328 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 02458, MA?
The top ranked public schools in 02458, MA include Bigelow Middle School, Underwood and Lincoln-eliot.
How many public schools are located in 02458?
3 public schools are located in 02458.
What percentage of students in 02458 go to public school?
57% of all K-12 students in 02458 are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 02458?
02458 public schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public schools average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
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