For the 2024-25 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,662 students in 02472, MA (there are 6 private schools, serving 474 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in 02472, MA are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 02472, MA are James Russell Lowell, Watertown High School and Watertown Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 02472 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 02472, MA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public school average of 46% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02472, MA Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
James Russell Lowell
Magnet School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
175 Orchard Street
Watertown, MA 02472
(617) 926-7770
Watertown, MA 02472
(617) 926-7770
Grades: K-5
| 355 students
Rank: #22.
Watertown High School
Magnet School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
50 Columbia Street
Watertown, MA 02472
(617) 926-7760
Watertown, MA 02472
(617) 926-7760
Grades: 9-12
| 733 students
Rank: #33.
Watertown Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
68 Waverley Avenue
Watertown, MA 02472
(617) 926-7783
Watertown, MA 02472
(617) 926-7783
Grades: 6-8
| 532 students
Rank: #44.
Hosmer
Magnet School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1 Concord Rd
Watertown, MA 02472
(617) 926-7740
Watertown, MA 02472
(617) 926-7740
Grades: PK-5
| 716 students
Rank: #55.
Cunniff
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
246 Warren Street
Watertown, MA 02472
(617) 926-7726
Watertown, MA 02472
(617) 926-7726
Grades: K-5
| 326 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 02472, MA?
The top ranked public schools in 02472, MA include James Russell Lowell, Watertown High School and Watertown Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 02472?
5 public schools are located in 02472.
What percentage of students in 02472 go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in 02472 are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 02472?
02472 public schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public schools average of 46% (majority Hispanic).
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