Excellent
#54 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 3% in state
John Eliot
Elementary School · Needham
135 Wellesley Avenue, Needham, MA 02494
Enrollment
402
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
9.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
402
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
9.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#54 of 1,793
In Needham
#2 of 8
public schools
In district
#2 of 8
Needham
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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John Eliot
Elementary School in Needham · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About John Eliot
John Eliot is a public elementary school in Needham, MA, part of Needham. John Eliot serves approximately 402 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. John Eliot has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 out of 10 and ranks #54 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for John Eliot show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 9.3 · Excellent
- District avg 8.9
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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John Eliot — Students at John Eliot score 67% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 82 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: 9.6/10.
How John Eliot Compares
See how John Eliot performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
135 Wellesley Avenue, Needham, MA 02494
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John Eliot may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. A E Angier (rated 9.8/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Waban), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Newman Elementary (rated 9.6/10, 1.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, William Mitchell (rated 9.1/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Needham, see our Needham schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sunita L. Williams Elementary Needham | 0.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Joseph E Fiske Wellesley | 0.6 mi | 9.0 |
| Preschool at Wellesley Schools Wellesley | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| RIVERSIDE SCHOOL Needham | 0.9 mi | — |
| HAPPY CHILD PRESCHOOL/DAY CARE CENTER Newton | 1.0 mi | — |
| Schofield Wellesley | 1.2 mi | 8.2 |
| Needham High Needham | 1.4 mi | 8.7 |
| A E Angier Waban | 1.5 mi | 9.8 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Needham | 1.6 mi | 4.7 |
| FUSION ACADEMY NEWTON Newton | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| William Mitchell Needham | 1.5 mi | 9.1 |
| ST JOHN SCHOOL Wellesley | 1.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Newman Elementary Needham | 1.9 mi | 9.6 |
| High Rock School Needham | 2.2 mi | 8.9 |
| Zervas Waban | 2.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Pollard Middle Needham | 2.1 mi | 8.7 |
| MONTESSORI DAY SCHOOL OF WELLESLEY HILLS Wellesley Hls | 1.7 mi | — |
| Peirce West Newton | 2.5 mi | 8.6 |
| Williams Auburndale | 2.5 mi | 9.0 |
| Countryside Newton Highlands | 2.0 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02494 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$173,750
Median Home Value
$1,052,400
Median Rent
$2,452/mo
Population
10,578
College Educated
74.6%
Homeownership
72.7%
Avg Commute
27.5 min
Poverty Rate
2.9%
Median Age
43.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bancroft Elementary Andover, MA | 9.3 |
| Bradley Elementary School East Boston, MA | 9.3 |
| Field Elementary School Weston, MA | 9.3 |
| Glover Marblehead, MA | 9.3 |
| Katharine Lee Bates Wellesley, MA | 9.3 |
| Peirce Arlington, MA | 9.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John Eliot
What grades does John Eliot serve?
John Eliot serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend John Eliot?
John Eliot has an enrollment of approximately 402 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John Eliot?
The student-teacher ratio at John Eliot is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John Eliot rank in MA?
John Eliot ranks #54 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is John Eliot's MySchoolScout rating?
John Eliot has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 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 John Eliot?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John Eliot has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is John Eliot a charter school?
No, John Eliot is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John Eliot a Title I school?
No, John Eliot is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 402
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Norfolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.2%
- Phone
- (781) 455-0452
Resources & Links
District
Needham- District Enrollment
- 5,541
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,189
- District Rank
- #2 of 8
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