For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,128 students in 02452, MA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 02452, MA are John F Kennedy Middle School and Northeast Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 02452 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 02452, MA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Massachusetts public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02452, MA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
John F Kennedy Middle School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
655 Lexington St
Waltham, MA 02452
(781) 314-5563
Waltham, MA 02452
(781) 314-5563
Grades: 6-8
| 628 students
Rank: #22.
Northeast Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
70 Putney Lane
Waltham, MA 02452
(781) 314-5740
Waltham, MA 02452
(781) 314-5740
Grades: PK-5
| 500 students
02452, Massachusetts Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
258 Trapelo Rd
Waltham, MA 02452
(781) 314-5654
Waltham, MA 02452
(781) 314-5654
Grades: PK
| 81 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 02452, MA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 02452, MA include John F Kennedy Middle School and Northeast Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 02452?
2 public elementary schools are located in 02452.
What is the racial composition of students in 02452?
02452 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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