For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 376 students in 02453, MA.
The top-ranked public preschool in 02453, MA is William F. Stanley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 02453 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Massachusetts public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in 02453, MA have an average ranking of 5/10, 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 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02453, MA Public Preschools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
William F. Stanley Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
250 South Street
Waltham, MA 02453
(781) 314-5620
Waltham, MA 02453
(781) 314-5620
Gr: PK-5 | 376 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
02453, Massachusetts Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
14 Ash Street
Waltham, MA 02453
(781) 314-5665
Waltham, MA 02453
(781) 314-5665
Gr: 5-6 | 281 students Minority enrollment: 41%
260 Grove Street
Waltham, MA 02453
(781) 314-5645
Waltham, MA 02453
(781) 314-5645
Gr: K-5 | 118 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 02453, MA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 02453, MA include William F. Stanley Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 02453?
1 public preschools are located in 02453.
What is the racial composition of students in 02453?
02453 public preschools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public preschools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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