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James Fitzgerald Elementary School
Elementary School · Waltham
138 Beal Road, Waltham, MA 02453
Enrollment
354
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
354
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,002 of 1,793
In Waltham
#6 of 10
public schools
In district
#6 of 10
Waltham
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About James Fitzgerald Elementary School
James Fitzgerald Elementary School is a public elementary school in Waltham, MA, part of Waltham. James Fitzgerald Elementary School serves approximately 354 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. James Fitzgerald Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,002 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for James Fitzgerald Elementary School show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- District avg 6.4
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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James Fitzgerald Elementary School — Students at James Fitzgerald Elementary School score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
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: 3.7/10.
How James Fitzgerald Elementary School Compares
See how James Fitzgerald Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
138 Beal Road, Waltham, MA 02453
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering James Fitzgerald Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cunniff (rated 8.9/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Watertown), which scores notably higher. Another option is James Russell Lowell (rated 8.9/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Watertown), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lincoln-Eliot (rated 8.8/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Newton), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Waltham, see our Waltham schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Cunniff Watertown | 0.6 mi | 8.9 |
| JEWISH COMMUNITY DAY SCHOOL, INC DBA JCDS BOSTONS Watertown | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| GANN ACADEMY-THE NEW JEWISH HIGH SCHOOL Waltham | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Watertown High Watertown | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Watertown Middle Watertown | 1.1 mi | 8.4 |
| Horace Mann Newtonville | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
| WALDORF HIGH SCHOOL OF MASSACHUSETTS BAY Belmont | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Daniel Butler Belmont | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
| ARLINGTON SCHOOL Belmont | 1.4 mi | 5.7 |
| F A Day Middle Newtonville | 1.6 mi | 8.9 |
| John W. McDevitt Middle School Waltham | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Waltham Sr High Waltham | 1.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Henry Whittemore Elementary School Waltham | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Newton Early Childhood Program Newton | 1.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Lincoln-Eliot Newton | 1.7 mi | 8.8 |
| James Russell Lowell Watertown | 1.4 mi | 8.9 |
| Northeast Elementary School Waltham | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| CHAPEL HILL CHAUNCY HALL SCHOOL Waltham | 1.4 mi | 7.8 |
| DEARBORN ACADEMY Newton | 1.9 mi | 6.6 |
| CLEARWAY SCHOOL Newton | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02453 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$114,029
Median Home Value
$666,300
Median Rent
$2,063/mo
Population
30,314
College Educated
58.5%
Homeownership
41.9%
Avg Commute
23.5 min
Poverty Rate
9%
Median Age
34.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Arthur D Healey Somerville, MA | 6.0 |
| Benjamin J Phelps Agawam, MA | 6.0 |
| Glenwood Springfield, MA | 6.0 |
| Greenmont Avenue Dracut, MA | 6.0 |
| O'Donnell Elementary School East Boston, MA | 6.0 |
| Ralph Talbot South Weymouth, MA | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about James Fitzgerald Elementary School
What grades does James Fitzgerald Elementary School serve?
James Fitzgerald Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend James Fitzgerald Elementary School?
James Fitzgerald Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 354 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at James Fitzgerald Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at James Fitzgerald Elementary School is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does James Fitzgerald Elementary School rank in MA?
James Fitzgerald Elementary School ranks #1,002 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is James Fitzgerald Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
James Fitzgerald Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 James Fitzgerald Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, James Fitzgerald Elementary School has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is James Fitzgerald Elementary School a charter school?
No, James Fitzgerald Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is James Fitzgerald Elementary School a Title I school?
No, James Fitzgerald Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 354
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.7%
- Phone
- (781) 314-5685
Resources & Links
District
Waltham- District Enrollment
- 5,709
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,267
- District Rank
- #6 of 10
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