Average
#1315 of 1,793 schools in MA
Greenwood
Elementary School · Wakefield
1030 Main Street, Wakefield, MA 01880
Enrollment
228
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
228
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,315 of 1,793
In Wakefield
#7 of 8
public schools
In district
#6 of 7
Wakefield
Equity
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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Greenwood
Elementary School in Wakefield · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Greenwood
Greenwood is a public elementary school in Wakefield, MA, part of Wakefield. Greenwood serves approximately 228 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Greenwood has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,315 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Greenwood show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 7.5
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Greenwood — Students at Greenwood score 59% 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: 3.2/10.
How Greenwood Compares
See how Greenwood performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1030 Main Street, Wakefield, MA 01880
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Greenwood may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Woodville School (rated 9.2/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Winthrop (rated 8.0/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Melrose), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Roosevelt (rated 7.5/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Melrose), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Wakefield, see our Wakefield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Horace Mann Melrose | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Early Childhood Center Melrose | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Roosevelt Melrose | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Melrose High Melrose | 1.1 mi | 8.5 |
| Melrose Middle Melrose | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Galvin Middle School Wakefield | 1.4 mi | 8.6 |
| Wakefield Memorial High Wakefield | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Early Childhood Center at the Doyle School Wakefield | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Woodville School Wakefield | 1.4 mi | 9.2 |
| MELROSE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Melrose | 1.5 mi | 5.2 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Wakefield | 1.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Northeast Metro Regional Vocational Wakefield | 1.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Colonial Park Stoneham | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Winthrop Melrose | 1.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Stoneham High Stoneham | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| ST MARY'S SCHOOL Melrose | 1.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Lincoln Melrose | 2.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Stoneham Central Middle School Stoneham | 1.7 mi | 5.5 |
| GREATER BOSTON ACADEMY Stoneham | 1.8 mi | 5.2 |
| ST PATRICK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Stoneham | 1.7 mi | 4.2 |
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
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| Mountain View East Longmeadow, MA | 5.1 |
| ST AGNES SCHOOL Arlington, MA | 5.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Greenwood
What grades does Greenwood serve?
Greenwood serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Greenwood?
Greenwood has an enrollment of approximately 228 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Greenwood?
The student-teacher ratio at Greenwood is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Greenwood rank in MA?
Greenwood ranks #1,315 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Greenwood's MySchoolScout rating?
Greenwood has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Greenwood?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Greenwood has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Greenwood a charter school?
No, Greenwood is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Greenwood a Title I school?
No, Greenwood is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 228
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.3%
- Phone
- (781) 246-6460
Resources & Links
District
Wakefield- District Enrollment
- 3,365
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,976
- District Rank
- #6 of 7
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