What types of schools are available in Waltham, Massachusetts?

Waltham, Massachusetts offers a variety of public schools including regular public schools and charter schools across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

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Best Schools in Waltham, Massachusetts

Q: How many schools are in Waltham, Massachusetts?

There are 11 schools in Waltham, Massachusetts, serving 5,777 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

Q: What is the best elementary school in Waltham?

To find the highest-rated elementary schools in Waltham, Massachusetts, use our school listings above sorted by rating. Filter by "Elementary" level to compare test scores, student-teacher ratios, and parent reviews for each school.

Compare 11 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

Total Schools

Public & Charter Schools

5,777

Total Students

Across Waltham

9.8:1

Avg Student-Teacher Ratio

District average

11 schools found

Advanced Insights & Statistics

Dynamic metrics computed specifically for currently filtered schools

Academic Proficiency Averages

Math Assessment Score37%

ELA Assessment Score38%

🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.

Classroom Attention Ratio

Favorable Class Size (<15:1)11 Schools

Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)0 Schools

Larger Class Size (>20:1)0 Schools

💡 Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.

Filtered Quality Highlights

✓0% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
✓Largest student enrollment is 1,791 students at Waltham Sr High.
✓Best student-teacher ratio is 8:1, offering optimal classroom attention.

🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.

Douglas Macarthur Elementary School

publicelementaryK-5

494 Lincoln Street, Waltham, MA 02451

554 Lexington Street, Waltham, MA 02452

John F Kennedy Middle

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

655 Lexington St, Waltham, MA 02452

James Fitzgerald Elementary School

publicelementaryK-5

138 Beal Road, Waltham, MA 02453

William F. Stanley Elementary School

publicelementaryPK-5

250 South Street, Waltham, MA 02453

John W. Mcdevitt Middle School

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

75 Church Street, Waltham, MA 02453

Thomas R Plympton Elementary School

publicelementaryK-5

20 Farnsworth Street, Waltham, MA 02451

Northeast Elementary School

publicelementaryPK-5

70 Putney Lane, Waltham, MA 02452

617 Lexington St, Waltham, MA 02452

Henry Whittemore Elementary School

publicelementaryK-5

30 Parmenter Road, Waltham, MA 02453

Waltham Valor High School

publichighGrade 9-12

617 Lexington Street, Waltham, MA 02452

Detailed Overview of Schools in Waltham

Waltham, Massachusetts is home to 11 schools serving over 5,777 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels. The district offers a mix of public, charter, and private institutions with strong academic programs and diverse extracurricular activities.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. See methodology →

Schoolary Research Team

Verified with NCES & state education agency data

Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Waltham, Massachusetts?

There are 11 schools in Waltham, serving 5,777 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the best elementary school in Waltham?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Waltham include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.

What is the average student-teacher ratio in Waltham?

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Waltham is 9.8:1.

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