For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 698 students in Needham, MA.
The top-ranked public preschool in Needham, MA is Newman Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Needham, MA public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the Massachusetts public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in Needham have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Massachusetts public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Massachusetts public preschool average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Needham, MA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Newman Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1155 Central Avenue
Needham, MA 02492
(781) 455-0416
Needham, MA 02492
(781) 455-0416
Gr: PK-5 | 698 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Needham, MA?
The top-ranked public preschools in Needham, MA include Newman Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Needham?
1 public preschools are located in Needham.
What is the racial composition of students in Needham?
Needham public preschools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Massachusetts public preschools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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