For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 527 students in 02452, MA.
The top-ranked public preschool in 02452, MA is Northeast Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 02452 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Massachusetts public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in 02452, MA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Massachusetts public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public preschool average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02452, MA Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Northeast Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
70 Putney Lane
Waltham, MA 02452
(781) 314-5740
Waltham, MA 02452
(781) 314-5740
Gr: PK-5 | 527 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
02452, Massachusetts Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
258 Trapelo Rd
Waltham, MA 02452
(781) 314-5654
Waltham, MA 02452
(781) 314-5654
Gr: PK | 81 students Minority enrollment: 34%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 02452, MA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 02452, MA include Northeast Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 02452?
1 public preschools are located in 02452.
What is the racial composition of students in 02452?
02452 public preschools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public preschools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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