Excellent
#269 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 15% in state
Countryside
Elementary School · Newton
191 Dedham Street, Newton Highlands, MA 02461
Enrollment
360
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
360
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#269 of 1,793
In district
#16 of 22
Newton
School environment
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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Countryside
Elementary School in Newton Highlands · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Countryside
Countryside is a public elementary school in Newton Highlands, MA, part of Newton. Countryside serves approximately 360 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Countryside has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #269 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Countryside show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- District avg 8.3
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Countryside — Students at Countryside score 64% 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
→ StableAverage 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: 7.5/10.
How Countryside Compares
See how Countryside performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
191 Dedham Street, Newton Highlands, MA 02461
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Countryside may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. A E Angier (rated 9.8/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Waban), which scores notably higher. Another option is Memorial Spaulding (rated 9.5/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Newton Centre), which scores notably higher. Additionally, William Mitchell (rated 9.1/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Needham), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Newton Highlands, see our Newton Highlands schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Oak Hill Middle Newton Centre | 0.6 mi | 8.6 |
| Charles E Brown Middle Newton Centre | 0.7 mi | 9.4 |
| FUSION ACADEMY NEWTON Newton | 0.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Newton South High Newton Centre | 0.8 mi | 9.4 |
| Bowen Newton Centre | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
| WELLAN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Newton | 1.1 mi | 8.1 |
| HAPPY CHILD PRESCHOOL/DAY CARE CENTER Newton | 1.0 mi | — |
| Mason-Rice Newton Centre | 1.4 mi | 8.6 |
| RIVERSIDE SCHOOL Needham | 1.2 mi | — |
| Zervas Waban | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| SOLOMON SCHECHTER DAY SCHOOL Newton | 1.6 mi | 7.1 |
| SOLOMON SCHECHTEE DAY SCHOOL Newton | 1.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Memorial Spaulding Newton Centre | 1.5 mi | 9.5 |
| William Mitchell Needham | 2.0 mi | 9.1 |
| Newton North High Newtonville | 2.3 mi | 8.8 |
| A E Angier Waban | 1.8 mi | 9.8 |
| NEWTON COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Newton | 2.3 mi | 7.7 |
| MT ALVERNIA HIGH SCHOOL Newton | 2.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Broadmeadow Needham | 2.3 mi | 8.5 |
| John Ward Newton Centre | 2.2 mi | 9.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02461 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$207,292
Median Home Value
$1,154,500
Median Rent
$3,026/mo
Population
6,717
College Educated
88%
Homeownership
77.5%
Avg Commute
30.2 min
Poverty Rate
5.2%
Median Age
44.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Albert S. Woodward Memorial School Southborough, MA | 8.2 |
| Ambrose Elementary Winchester, MA | 8.2 |
| Annie E Fales Westborough, MA | 8.2 |
| Barnstable Community Innovation School Hyannis, MA | 8.2 |
| Bournedale Elementary School Bournedale, MA | 8.2 |
| Brackett Arlington, MA | 8.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Countryside
What grades does Countryside serve?
Countryside serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Countryside?
Countryside has an enrollment of approximately 360 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Countryside?
The student-teacher ratio at Countryside is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Countryside rank in MA?
Countryside ranks #269 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Countryside's MySchoolScout rating?
Countryside has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Countryside?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Countryside has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Countryside a charter school?
No, Countryside is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Countryside a Title I school?
No, Countryside is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 360
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.9%
- Phone
- (617) 559-9450
Resources & Links
District
Newton- District Enrollment
- 11,752
- Schools in District
- 22
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,226
- District Rank
- #16 of 22
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