Serving 1,023 students in grades 4-6, Winthrop L Chenery Upper Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 1,023 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Winthrop L Chenery Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire Belmont, MA school district, covering an area of approximately 4.7 square miles. Parents can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located 2.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Winthrop L Chenery Upper Elementary School 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
Winthrop L Chenery Upper Elementary School's student population of 1,023 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,023 students
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Year Founded
1997
School Calendar
School Motto
CHENERY C.A.R.E.S.; We value: Cooperation, Agency, Responsibility, Empathy, Self-Regulation.
School Rankings
Winthrop L Chenery Upper Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Winthrop L Chenery Upper Elementary School is 0.61, which is less 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
#65 out of 1626 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
25%
8%
Hispanic
5%
26%
Black
4%
10%
White
57%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.2%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Winthrop L Chenery Upper Elementary School's ranking?
Winthrop L Chenery Upper Elementary School is ranked #65 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Winthrop L Chenery Upper Elementary School?
1,023 students attend Winthrop L Chenery Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Winthrop L Chenery Upper Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Winthrop L Chenery Upper Elementary School?
Winthrop L Chenery Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Winthrop L Chenery Upper Elementary School offer ?
Winthrop L Chenery Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Winthrop L Chenery Upper Elementary School part of?
Winthrop L Chenery Upper Elementary School is part of Belmont School District.
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