Average
#857 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 48% in state
Cabot
Elementary School · Newton
229 Cabot Street, Newtonville, MA 02460
Enrollment
428
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
428
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#857 of 1,793
In Newtonville
#4 of 4
public schools
In district
#21 of 22
Newton
School environment
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Cabot
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About Cabot
Cabot is a public elementary school in Newtonville, MA, part of Newton. Cabot serves approximately 428 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Cabot has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #857 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Cabot show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 8.3
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Cabot — Students at Cabot score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 82 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.4/10.
How Cabot Compares
See how Cabot performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
229 Cabot Street, Newtonville, MA 02460
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cabot may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Underwood (rated 9.1/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Newton Corner), which scores notably higher. Another option is John Ward (rated 9.0/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Newton Centre), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Cunniff (rated 8.9/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Watertown), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Newtonville, see our Newtonville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DEARBORN ACADEMY Newton | 0.4 mi | 6.6 |
| CLEARWAY SCHOOL Newton | 0.4 mi | 5.8 |
| NEWTON COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Newton | 0.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Newton North High Newtonville | 0.5 mi | 8.8 |
| Lincoln-Eliot Newton | 0.7 mi | 8.8 |
| MT ALVERNIA HIGH SCHOOL Newton | 0.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Horace Mann Newtonville | 0.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Newton Early Childhood Program Newton | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Underwood Newton Corner | 0.9 mi | 9.1 |
| Mason-Rice Newton Centre | 1.1 mi | 8.6 |
| F A Day Middle Newtonville | 1.0 mi | 8.9 |
| Bigelow Middle Newton | 0.9 mi | 9.1 |
| WELLAN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Newton | 1.4 mi | 8.1 |
| John Ward Newton Centre | 1.2 mi | 9.0 |
| JEWISH COMMUNITY DAY SCHOOL, INC DBA JCDS BOSTONS Watertown | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Watertown High Watertown | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Watertown Middle Watertown | 1.7 mi | 8.4 |
| PERKINS SCHOOL FOR THE BLIND Watertown | 1.5 mi | 8.8 |
| MOUNT ALVERNIA ACADEMY Chestnut Hill | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Cunniff Watertown | 1.9 mi | 8.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02460 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$154,329
Median Home Value
$1,124,300
Median Rent
$2,606/mo
Population
10,033
College Educated
77.8%
Homeownership
59.1%
Avg Commute
26.8 min
Poverty Rate
3.5%
Median Age
43.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Archie T Morrison Braintree, MA | 6.4 |
| Belmont Street Community Worcester, MA | 6.4 |
| Francis W Parker Quincy, MA | 6.4 |
| Greenwood Sarah K-8 School Dorchester, MA | 6.4 |
| Hanscom Middle Hanscom Air Force Base, MA | 6.4 |
| Hiram L Dorman Springfield, MA | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cabot
What grades does Cabot serve?
Cabot serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Cabot?
Cabot has an enrollment of approximately 428 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cabot?
The student-teacher ratio at Cabot is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cabot rank in MA?
Cabot ranks #857 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Cabot's MySchoolScout rating?
Cabot has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Cabot?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cabot has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Cabot a charter school?
No, Cabot is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cabot a Title I school?
No, Cabot is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 428
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.4%
- Phone
- (617) 559-9400
Resources & Links
District
Newton- District Enrollment
- 11,752
- Schools in District
- 22
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,226
- District Rank
- #21 of 22
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