For the 2024-25 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,929 students in 02472, MA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 02472, MA are James Russell Lowell, Watertown Middle School and Hosmer. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 02472 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 02472, MA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Massachusetts public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02472, MA Public Elementary 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 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: #33.
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: #44.
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 elementary schools in 02472, MA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 02472, MA include James Russell Lowell, Watertown Middle School and Hosmer.
How many public elementary schools are located in 02472?
4 public elementary schools are located in 02472.
What is the racial composition of students in 02472?
02472 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public elementary schools average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
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