For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 933 students in 02494, MA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 02494, MA are John Eliot and Sunita L. Williams Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ÎÛÎÛÂþ» elementary schools in zipcode 02494 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 02494, MA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Massachusetts public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02494, MA ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
John Eliot
(Math: 63% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
135 Wellesley Avenue
Needham Heights, MA 02494
(781) 455-0452
Needham Heights, MA 02494
(781) 455-0452
Gr: K-5 | 402 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #22.
Sunita L. Williams Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
585 Central Avenue
Needham Heights, MA 02494
(781) 455-0461
Needham Heights, MA 02494
(781) 455-0461
Gr: K-5 | 531 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 02494, MA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 02494, MA include John Eliot and Sunita L. Williams Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 02494?
2 public elementary schools are located in 02494.
What is the racial composition of students in 02494?
02494 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Massachusetts public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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