For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 604 students in 02453, MA.
The top-ranked public middle school in 02453, MA is John W. Mcdevitt Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 02453 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Massachusetts public middle school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 02453, MA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Massachusetts public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public middle school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02453, MA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
John W. Mcdevitt Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
75 Church Street
Waltham, MA 02453
(781) 314-5595
Waltham, MA 02453
(781) 314-5595
Gr: 6-8 | 604 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
02453, Massachusetts Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
14 Ash Street
Waltham, MA 02453
(781) 314-5665
Waltham, MA 02453
(781) 314-5665
Gr: 5-6 | 281 students Minority enrollment: 41%
260 Grove Street
Waltham, MA 02453
(781) 314-5645
Waltham, MA 02453
(781) 314-5645
Gr: K-5 | 118 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 02453, MA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 02453, MA include John W. Mcdevitt Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 02453?
1 public middle schools are located in 02453.
What is the racial composition of students in 02453?
02453 public middle schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public middle schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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