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#764 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 43% in state
Highlands
Elementary School · Braintree
144 Wildwood Avenue, Braintree, MA 02184
Enrollment
350
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
350
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#764 of 1,793
In Braintree
#5 of 10
public schools
In district
#5 of 10
Braintree
Equity
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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Highlands
Elementary School in Braintree · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Highlands
Highlands is a public elementary school in Braintree, MA, part of Braintree. Highlands serves approximately 350 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Highlands has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #764 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Highlands show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 7.2
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Highlands — Students at Highlands score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 74 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: 5.6/10.
How Highlands Compares
See how Highlands performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
144 Wildwood Avenue, Braintree, MA 02184
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Highlands may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Liberty (rated 8.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hollis (rated 8.4/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Mary E Flaherty School (rated 8.4/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Braintree, see our Braintree schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CATS ACADEMY Braintree | 0.6 mi | 7.4 |
| South Middle School Braintree | 0.6 mi | 8.5 |
| Liberty Braintree | 0.9 mi | 8.5 |
| LIGHTHOUSE BAPTIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Holbrook | 1.3 mi | — |
| Holbrook Middle High School Holbrook | 2.0 mi | 5.4 |
| John F Kennedy Holbrook | 2.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Braintree High Braintree | 2.0 mi | 6.4 |
| THAYER ACADEMY Braintree | 2.1 mi | 6.8 |
| J F Kennedy Elementary Randolph | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Monatiquot Kindergarten Center Braintree | 2.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Elizabeth G Lyons Elementary Randolph | 1.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Hollis Braintree | 2.6 mi | 8.4 |
| Archie T Morrison Braintree | 2.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Randolph High Randolph | 2.3 mi | 5.0 |
| STEP AHEAD KINDERGARTEN Braintree | 3.0 mi | — |
| Martin E Young Elementary Randolph | 2.6 mi | 3.4 |
| Mary E Flaherty School Braintree | 3.1 mi | 8.4 |
| East Middle School Braintree | 3.1 mi | 6.4 |
| FIRST BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Weymouth | 2.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Thomas V Nash Weymouth | 2.5 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02184 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$125,305
Median Home Value
$623,200
Median Rent
$1,925/mo
Population
38,762
College Educated
47.1%
Homeownership
77.1%
Avg Commute
32.7 min
Poverty Rate
5.2%
Median Age
41.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Abraham Lincoln Lowell, MA | 6.6 |
| Beatrice H Wood Elementary Plainville, MA | 6.6 |
| C.T. Douglas Elementary School Acton, MA | 6.6 |
| Charles C Cashman Elementary Amesbury, MA | 6.6 |
| Clyde Reeves Woburn, MA | 6.6 |
| Douglas Primary School Douglas, MA | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Highlands
What grades does Highlands serve?
Highlands serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Highlands?
Highlands has an enrollment of approximately 350 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Highlands?
The student-teacher ratio at Highlands 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 Highlands rank in MA?
Highlands ranks #764 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Highlands's MySchoolScout rating?
Highlands has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Highlands?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Highlands has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Highlands a charter school?
No, Highlands is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Highlands a Title I school?
No, Highlands is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 350
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Norfolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.0%
- Phone
- (781) 380-0190
Resources & Links
District
Braintree- District Enrollment
- 5,237
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,658
- District Rank
- #5 of 10
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