Very Good
#482 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 27% in state
Dolbeare
Elementary School · Wakefield
340 Lowell Street, Wakefield, MA 01880
Enrollment
447
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
447
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#482 of 1,793
In Wakefield
#5 of 8
public schools
In district
#4 of 7
Wakefield
Equity
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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Dolbeare
Elementary School in Wakefield · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Dolbeare
Dolbeare is a public elementary school in Wakefield, MA, part of Wakefield. Dolbeare serves approximately 447 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Dolbeare has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #482 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Dolbeare show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 7.5
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Dolbeare — Students at Dolbeare score 61% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 52 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: 7.1/10.
How Dolbeare Compares
See how Dolbeare performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
340 Lowell Street, Wakefield, MA 01880
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dolbeare may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Woodville School (rated 9.2/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is J Warren Killam (rated 8.6/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Reading), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Joshua Eaton (rated 8.6/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Reading), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Wakefield, see our Wakefield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Galvin Middle School Wakefield | 1.3 mi | 8.6 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Wakefield | 1.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Walton Wakefield | 1.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Lynnfield Middle School Lynnfield | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| ODYSSEY DAY SCHOOL Wakefield | 1.2 mi | 4.1 |
| Woodville School Wakefield | 1.6 mi | 9.2 |
| Wakefield Memorial High Wakefield | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Early Childhood Center at the Doyle School Wakefield | 1.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Summer Street Lynnfield | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Lynnfield Preschool Lynnfield | 1.7 mi | 4.8 |
| Northeast Metro Regional Vocational Wakefield | 2.0 mi | 7.9 |
| J Warren Killam Reading | 2.0 mi | 8.6 |
| Greenwood Wakefield | 2.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Lynnfield High Lynnfield | 2.2 mi | 8.7 |
| Huckleberry Hill Lynnfield | 2.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Stoneham Central Middle School Stoneham | 2.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Joshua Eaton Reading | 2.3 mi | 8.6 |
| Reading Memorial High Reading | 2.5 mi | 8.2 |
| RISE PreSchool Reading | 2.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Arthur W Coolidge Middle Reading | 2.6 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01880 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$130,419
Median Home Value
$670,100
Median Rent
$1,872/mo
Population
27,258
College Educated
57.1%
Homeownership
70.5%
Avg Commute
31.8 min
Poverty Rate
4.6%
Median Age
42.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BELMONT DAY SCHOOL Belmont, MA | 7.5 |
| Beaver Brook Elementary Abington, MA | 7.5 |
| Bentley Academy Innovation School Salem, MA | 7.5 |
| Deerfield Elementary South Deerfield, MA | 7.5 |
| Elias Brookings Springfield, MA | 7.5 |
| Forestdale School Sandwich, MA | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dolbeare
What grades does Dolbeare serve?
Dolbeare serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Dolbeare?
Dolbeare has an enrollment of approximately 447 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dolbeare?
The student-teacher ratio at Dolbeare is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dolbeare rank in MA?
Dolbeare ranks #482 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Dolbeare's MySchoolScout rating?
Dolbeare has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Dolbeare?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dolbeare has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Dolbeare a charter school?
No, Dolbeare is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dolbeare a Title I school?
No, Dolbeare is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 447
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.7%
- Phone
- (781) 246-6480
Resources & Links
District
Wakefield- District Enrollment
- 3,365
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,976
- District Rank
- #4 of 7
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