For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 984 students in 02458, MA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 02458, MA are Bigelow Middle School, Underwood and Lincoln-eliot. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 02458 have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 02458, MA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Massachusetts public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02458, MA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Bigelow Middle School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
42 Vernon St
Newton, MA 02458
(617) 559-6800
Newton, MA 02458
(617) 559-6800
Grades: 6-8
| 414 students
Rank: #22.
Underwood
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
101 Vernon Street
Newton, MA 02458
(617) 559-9660
Newton, MA 02458
(617) 559-9660
Grades: K-5
| 242 students
Rank: #33.
Lincoln-eliot
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
191 Pearl Street
Newton, MA 02458
(617) 559-9540
Newton, MA 02458
(617) 559-9540
Grades: K-5
| 328 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 02458, MA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 02458, MA include Bigelow Middle School, Underwood and Lincoln-eliot.
How many public elementary schools are located in 02458?
3 public elementary schools are located in 02458.
What is the racial composition of students in 02458?
02458 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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