For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,296 students in 02478, MA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 02478, MA are Mary Lee Burbank, Winn Brook and Winthrop L Chenery Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 02478 have an average math proficiency score of 79% (versus the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 75% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 02478, MA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of Massachusetts public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02478, MA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mary Lee Burbank
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
266 School Street
Belmont, MA 02478
(617) 993-5500
Belmont, MA 02478
(617) 993-5500
Grades: K-4
| 322 students
Rank: #22.
Winn Brook
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
97 Waterhouse Rd
Belmont, MA 02478
(617) 993-5700
Belmont, MA 02478
(617) 993-5700
Grades: K-4
| 418 students
Rank: #33.
Winthrop L Chenery Middle School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
95 Washington Street
Belmont, MA 02478
(617) 993-5800
Belmont, MA 02478
(617) 993-5800
Grades: 5-6
| 713 students
Rank: #44.
Daniel Butler
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
90 White Street
Belmont, MA 02478
(617) 993-5550
Belmont, MA 02478
(617) 993-5550
Grades: K-4
| 321 students
Rank: #55.
Roger E Wellington
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
121 Orchard Street
Belmont, MA 02478
(617) 993-5600
Belmont, MA 02478
(617) 993-5600
Grades: PK-4
| 522 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 02478, MA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 02478, MA include Mary Lee Burbank, Winn Brook and Winthrop L Chenery Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 02478?
5 public elementary schools are located in 02478.
What is the racial composition of students in 02478?
02478 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Massachusetts public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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