For the 2024 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,006 students in 02453, MA.
The top ranked public schools in 02453, MA are James Fitzgerald Elementary School, William F. Stanley Elementary School and John W. Mcdevitt Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 02453 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 02453, MA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public school average of 44% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02453, MA Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
James Fitzgerald Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
140 Beal Road
Waltham, MA 02453
(781) 314-5685
Waltham, MA 02453
(781) 314-5685
Grades: K-5
| 381 students
Rank: #22.
William F. Stanley Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
250 South Street
Waltham, MA 02453
(781) 314-5620
Waltham, MA 02453
(781) 314-5620
Grades: PK-5
| 381 students
Rank: #33.
John W. Mcdevitt Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
75 Church Street
Waltham, MA 02453
(781) 314-5595
Waltham, MA 02453
(781) 314-5595
Grades: 6-8
| 617 students
Rank: #44.
Waltham Public Schools Dual Language Program
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
510 Moody Street
Waltham, MA 02453
(781) 314-5402
Waltham, MA 02453
(781) 314-5402
Grades: K-5
| 210 students
Rank: #55.
Henry Whittemore Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
30 Parmenter Road
Waltham, MA 02453
(781) 314-5785
Waltham, MA 02453
(781) 314-5785
Grades: K-5
| 417 students
02453, Massachusetts Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
14 Ash Street
Waltham, MA 02453
(781) 314-5665
Waltham, MA 02453
(781) 314-5665
Grades: 5-6
| 281 students
260 Grove Street
Waltham, MA 02453
(781) 314-5645
Waltham, MA 02453
(781) 314-5645
Grades: K-5
| 118 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 02453, MA?
The top ranked public schools in 02453, MA include James Fitzgerald Elementary School, William F. Stanley Elementary School and John W. Mcdevitt Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 02453, MA?
5 public schools are located in 02453, MA.
What is the racial composition of students in 02453, MA?
02453, MA public schools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public schools average of 44% (majority Hispanic).
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