Excellent
#180 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 10% in state
Mason-rice
Elementary School · Newton
149 Pleasant Street, Newton Centre, MA 02459
Enrollment
334
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
334
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#180 of 1,793
In Newton Centre
#6 of 7
public schools
In district
#14 of 22
Newton
Academic performance
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Mason-rice
Mason-rice is a public elementary school in Newton Centre, MA, part of Newton. Mason-rice serves approximately 334 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Mason-rice has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #180 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Mason-rice show 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
What's said publicly about Mason-rice
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- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- District avg 8.3
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Mason-rice — Students at Mason-rice score 76% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
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: 7.5/10.
How Mason-rice Compares
See how Mason-rice performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
149 Pleasant Street, Newton Centre, MA 02459
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mason-rice may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Underwood (rated 9.1/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Newton Corner), which scores slightly higher. Another option is John Ward (rated 9.0/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Lincoln-Eliot (rated 8.8/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Newton), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Newton Centre, see our Newton Centre schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WELLAN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Newton | 0.3 mi | 8.1 |
| NEWTON COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Newton | 1.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Newton North High Newtonville | 1.0 mi | 8.8 |
| MT ALVERNIA HIGH SCHOOL Newton | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Bowen Newton Centre | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Cabot Newtonville | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Zervas Waban | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Countryside Newton Highlands | 1.4 mi | 8.2 |
| John Ward Newton Centre | 1.2 mi | 9.0 |
| Newton South High Newton Centre | 1.4 mi | 9.4 |
| DEARBORN ACADEMY Newton | 1.6 mi | 6.6 |
| CLEARWAY SCHOOL Newton | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Oak Hill Middle Newton Centre | 1.6 mi | 8.6 |
| Charles E Brown Middle Newton Centre | 1.7 mi | 9.4 |
| Newton Early Childhood Program Newton | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
| MOUNT ALVERNIA ACADEMY Chestnut Hill | 1.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Lincoln-Eliot Newton | 1.9 mi | 8.8 |
| Underwood Newton Corner | 1.8 mi | 9.1 |
| Bigelow Middle Newton | 1.7 mi | 9.1 |
| F A Day Middle Newtonville | 1.9 mi | 8.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02459 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$214,941
Median Home Value
$1,336,200
Median Rent
$2,308/mo
Population
18,604
College Educated
84.3%
Homeownership
83.3%
Avg Commute
28.3 min
Poverty Rate
3.4%
Median Age
45.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Alfred G. Zanetti Montessori Magnet School Springfield, MA | 8.6 |
| Bates Elementary School Roslindale, MA | 8.6 |
| Bridge Boston Charter School Roxbury, MA | 8.6 |
| Elm Street School Walpole, MA | 8.6 |
| Frank H Freedman Springfield, MA | 8.6 |
| J Warren Killam Reading, MA | 8.6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mason-rice
What grades does Mason-rice serve?
Mason-rice serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Mason-rice?
Mason-rice has an enrollment of approximately 334 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mason-rice?
The student-teacher ratio at Mason-rice is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mason-rice rank in MA?
Mason-rice ranks #180 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Mason-rice's MySchoolScout rating?
Mason-rice has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 Mason-rice?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mason-rice has 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Mason-rice a charter school?
No, Mason-rice is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mason-rice a Title I school?
No, Mason-rice is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 334
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.2%
- Phone
- (617) 559-9570
Resources & Links
District
Newton- District Enrollment
- 11,752
- Schools in District
- 22
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,226
- District Rank
- #14 of 22
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