For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,252 students in 02478, MA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 02478, MA are Mary Lee Burbank, Winn Brook and Winthrop L Chenery Upper Elementary 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 78% (versus the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 42%), 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 46% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02478, MA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mary Lee Burbank
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
266 School Street
Belmont, MA 02478
(617) 993-5500
Belmont, MA 02478
(617) 993-5500
Gr: K-3 | 238 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #22.
Winn Brook
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
97 Waterhouse Rd
Belmont, MA 02478
(617) 993-5700
Belmont, MA 02478
(617) 993-5700
Gr: K-3 | 304 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #33.
Winthrop L Chenery Upper Elementary School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
95 Washington Street
Belmont, MA 02478
(617) 993-5800
Belmont, MA 02478
(617) 993-5800
Gr: 4-6 | 1,023 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #44.
Daniel Butler
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
90 White Street
Belmont, MA 02478
(617) 993-5550
Belmont, MA 02478
(617) 993-5550
Gr: K-3 | 261 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #55.
Roger E Wellington
(Math: 68% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
121 Orchard Street
Belmont, MA 02478
(617) 993-5600
Belmont, MA 02478
(617) 993-5600
Gr: PK-3 | 426 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
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 Upper Elementary 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 46% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Massachusetts public elementary schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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