Excellent
#56 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 3% in state
Katharine Lee Bates
Elementary School · Wellesley
116 Elmwood Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
Enrollment
253
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
9.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
253
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
9.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#56 of 1,793
In Wellesley
#3 of 10
public schools
In district
#3 of 10
Wellesley
School environment
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Katharine Lee Bates
Katharine Lee Bates is a public elementary school in Wellesley, MA, part of Wellesley. Katharine Lee Bates serves approximately 253 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Katharine Lee Bates has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 out of 10 and ranks #56 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Katharine Lee Bates show 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 9.3 · Excellent
- District avg 8.7
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Katharine Lee Bates — Students at Katharine Lee Bates score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).
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: 9.0/10.
How Katharine Lee Bates Compares
See how Katharine Lee Bates performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
116 Elmwood Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Katharine Lee Bates may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. John D Hardy (rated 9.8/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Hunnewell (rated 9.0/10, 1.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Loker School (rated 8.9/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Wayland), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Wellesley, see our Wellesley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Ernest F Upham Wellesley | 0.4 mi | 7.9 |
| John D Hardy Wellesley | 0.6 mi | 9.8 |
| Sprague Elementary School Wellesley | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Wellesley Middle Wellesley | 1.1 mi | 9.6 |
| THE RIVERS SCHOOL Weston | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Hunnewell Wellesley | 1.5 mi | 9.0 |
| THE TREMONT SCHOOL Weston | 1.7 mi | — |
| Weston Middle Weston | 1.8 mi | 8.3 |
| Weston High Weston | 1.8 mi | 9.4 |
| DANA HALL SCHOOL Wellesley | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Lilja Elementary Natick | 1.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Wellesley Sr High Wellesley | 1.6 mi | 8.9 |
| BRANDON SCHOOL & RESIDENTAL TREATMENT Natick | 1.5 mi | 8.2 |
| TENACRE COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Wellesley | 2.0 mi | 7.7 |
| MONTESSORI DAY SCHOOL OF WELLESLEY HILLS Wellesley Hls | 1.7 mi | — |
| RIVERBEND SCHOOL Natick | 2.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Loker School Wayland | 2.4 mi | 8.9 |
| WALNUT HILL SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS Natick | 2.5 mi | 7.2 |
| VERITAS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Wayland | 2.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Memorial Natick | 3.0 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02481 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$250,001
Median Home Value
$1,642,700
Median Rent
$3,064/mo
Population
17,262
College Educated
90.1%
Homeownership
87.2%
Avg Commute
27.7 min
Poverty Rate
2.7%
Median Age
36.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bradley Elementary School East Boston, MA | 9.3 |
| Field Elementary School Weston, MA | 9.3 |
| Glover Marblehead, MA | 9.3 |
| Peirce Arlington, MA | 9.3 |
| Haggerty Cambridge, MA | 9.4 |
| Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Lower Dorchester, MA | 9.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Katharine Lee Bates
What grades does Katharine Lee Bates serve?
Katharine Lee Bates serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Katharine Lee Bates?
Katharine Lee Bates has an enrollment of approximately 253 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Katharine Lee Bates?
The student-teacher ratio at Katharine Lee Bates is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Katharine Lee Bates rank in MA?
Katharine Lee Bates ranks #56 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Katharine Lee Bates's MySchoolScout rating?
Katharine Lee Bates 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 Katharine Lee Bates?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Katharine Lee Bates has 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Katharine Lee Bates a charter school?
No, Katharine Lee Bates is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Katharine Lee Bates a Title I school?
No, Katharine Lee Bates is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 253
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Norfolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 6.3%
- Phone
- (781) 446-6260
Resources & Links
District
Wellesley- District Enrollment
- 4,101
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $29,216
- District Rank
- #3 of 10
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