Serving 253 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Underwood ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 253 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Underwood serves the northeast part of Newton, MA, covering an area of approximately 0.8 square miles, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive and an average distance of 0.6 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone. The furthest boundary is about 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Underwood ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Underwood's student population of 253 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 43% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
253 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Educate, Inspire, Support
School Rankings
Underwood ranks within the top 20% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Underwood is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#294 out of 1626 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
21%
8%
Hispanic
16%
26%
Black
6%
10%
White
45%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.6%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Underwood's ranking?
Underwood is ranked #294 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Underwood often compared to?
Underwoodis often viewed alongside schools like John Ward, Lincoln-eliot by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Underwood?
253 students attend Underwood.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Underwood students are White, 21% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Underwood?
Underwood has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Underwood offer ?
Underwood offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Underwood part of?
Underwood is part of Newton School District.
In what neighborhood is Underwood located?
Underwood is located in the Newton Corner neighborhood of Newton, MA. There are 1 other public schools located in Newton Corner.
School Reviews
4 10/10/2025
Very good school to learn at but lacks diversity.
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