Excellent
#122 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 7% in state
Cunniff
Elementary School · Watertown
246 Warren Street, Watertown, MA 02472
Enrollment
310
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
310
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#122 of 1,793
In Watertown
#2 of 5
public schools
In district
#2 of 5
Watertown
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Cunniff
Cunniff is a public elementary school in Watertown, MA, part of Watertown. Cunniff serves approximately 310 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 8.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Cunniff has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10 and ranks #122 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Cunniff show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.9 · Excellent
- District avg 8.9
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 8.9:1 students to teachers, Cunniff sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Cunniff — Students at Cunniff score 49% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 76 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: 9.7/10.
How Cunniff Compares
See how Cunniff performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
246 Warren Street, Watertown, MA 02472
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cunniff may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Underwood (rated 9.1/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Newton Corner), with a very similar rating. Another option is James Russell Lowell (rated 8.9/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Lincoln-Eliot (rated 8.8/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Newton), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Watertown, see our Watertown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Watertown Middle Watertown | 0.5 mi | 8.4 |
| Watertown High Watertown | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| James Fitzgerald Elementary School Waltham | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| WALDORF HIGH SCHOOL OF MASSACHUSETTS BAY Belmont | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| JEWISH COMMUNITY DAY SCHOOL, INC DBA JCDS BOSTONS Watertown | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Daniel Butler Belmont | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| James Russell Lowell Watertown | 0.8 mi | 8.9 |
| Lincoln-Eliot Newton | 1.2 mi | 8.8 |
| Horace Mann Newtonville | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| ARLINGTON SCHOOL Belmont | 1.4 mi | 5.7 |
| CLEARWAY SCHOOL Newton | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| DEARBORN ACADEMY Newton | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
| F A Day Middle Newtonville | 1.5 mi | 8.9 |
| BELMONT DAY SCHOOL Belmont | 1.5 mi | 7.5 |
| GANN ACADEMY-THE NEW JEWISH HIGH SCHOOL Waltham | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Newton Early Childhood Program Newton | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Underwood Newton Corner | 1.7 mi | 9.1 |
| Cabot Newtonville | 1.9 mi | 6.4 |
| PERKINS SCHOOL FOR THE BLIND Watertown | 1.6 mi | 8.8 |
| Bigelow Middle Newton | 1.8 mi | 9.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02472 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$123,383
Median Home Value
$737,600
Median Rent
$2,356/mo
Population
35,317
College Educated
67.1%
Homeownership
48.8%
Avg Commute
26.2 min
Poverty Rate
6.1%
Median Age
38.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Grew Elementary School Hyde Park, MA | 8.9 |
| Hardy Arlington, MA | 8.9 |
| James Russell Lowell Watertown, MA | 8.9 |
| Lillian M Jacobs Hull, MA | 8.9 |
| Loker School Wayland, MA | 8.9 |
| Paul P Gates Elementary School Acton, MA | 8.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cunniff
What grades does Cunniff serve?
Cunniff serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Cunniff?
Cunniff has an enrollment of approximately 310 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cunniff?
The student-teacher ratio at Cunniff is 8.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cunniff rank in MA?
Cunniff ranks #122 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Cunniff's MySchoolScout rating?
Cunniff has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 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 Cunniff?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cunniff has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Cunniff a charter school?
No, Cunniff is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cunniff a Title I school?
No, Cunniff is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 310
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.4%
- Phone
- (617) 926-7726
Resources & Links
District
Watertown- District Enrollment
- 2,717
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,148
- District Rank
- #2 of 5
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