For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 628 students in 02452, MA.
The top ranked public middle school in 02452, MA is John F Kennedy Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 02452 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Massachusetts public middle school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 02452, MA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Massachusetts public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Massachusetts public middle school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02452, MA Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
John F Kennedy Middle School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
655 Lexington St
Waltham, MA 02452
(781) 314-5563
Waltham, MA 02452
(781) 314-5563
Grades: 6-8
| 628 students
02452, Massachusetts Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
258 Trapelo Rd
Waltham, MA 02452
(781) 314-5654
Waltham, MA 02452
(781) 314-5654
Grades: PK
| 81 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 02452, MA?
The top ranked public middle schools in 02452, MA include John F Kennedy Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 02452?
1 public middle schools are located in 02452.
What is the racial composition of students in 02452?
02452 public middle schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Massachusetts public middle schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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