For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,858 students in 02452, MA (there are 3 private schools, serving 893 private students). 76% of all K-12 students in 02452, MA are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 02452, MA are Waltham Sr High School, John F Kennedy Middle School and Northeast Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 02452 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 02452, MA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public school average of 46% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02452, MA Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Waltham Sr High School
Magnet School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
617 Lexington Street
Waltham, MA 02452
(781) 314-5445
Waltham, MA 02452
(781) 314-5445
Grades: 9-12
| 1,751 students
Rank: #22.
John F Kennedy Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
655 Lexington St
Waltham, MA 02452
(781) 314-5563
Waltham, MA 02452
(781) 314-5563
Grades: 6-8
| 600 students
Rank: #33.
Northeast Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
70 Putney Lane
Waltham, MA 02452
(781) 314-5740
Waltham, MA 02452
(781) 314-5740
Grades: PK-5
| 507 students
02452, Massachusetts Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
258 Trapelo Rd
Waltham, MA 02452
(781) 314-5654
Waltham, MA 02452
(781) 314-5654
Grades: PK
| 81 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 02452, MA?
The top ranked public schools in 02452, MA include Waltham Sr High School, John F Kennedy Middle School and Northeast Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 02452?
3 public schools are located in 02452.
What percentage of students in 02452 go to public school?
76% of all K-12 students in 02452 are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 02452?
02452 public schools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public schools average of 46% (majority Hispanic).
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