For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 4,448 students in 02478, MA (there are 6 private schools, serving 913 private students). 83% of all K-12 students in 02478, MA are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 02478, MA are Belmont High School, Mary Lee Burbank and Winn Brook. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 02478 have an average math proficiency score of 80% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 76% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 02478, MA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Massachusetts public school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02478, MA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Belmont High School
(Math: 87% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
221 Concord Avenue
Belmont, MA 02478
(617) 993-5901
Belmont, MA 02478
(617) 993-5901
Gr: 9-12 | 1,454 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #22.
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: #33.
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: #44.
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: #55.
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: #66.
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%
Rank: n/an/a
225 Concord Ave
Belmont, MA 02478
(617) 993-2000
Belmont, MA 02478
(617) 993-2000
Gr: 7-8 | 742 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 02478, MA?
The top-ranked public schools in 02478, MA include Belmont High School, Mary Lee Burbank and Winn Brook.
How many public schools are located in 02478?
7 public schools are located in 02478.
What percentage of students in 02478 go to public school?
83% of all K-12 students in 02478 are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 02478?
02478 public schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Massachusetts public schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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