Very Good
#438 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 24% in state
Memorial
Elementary School · Burlington
125 Winn Street, Burlington, MA 01803
Enrollment
383
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
383
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#438 of 1,793
In Burlington
#3 of 6
public schools
In district
#3 of 6
Burlington
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Memorial
Elementary School in Burlington · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Memorial
Memorial is a public elementary school in Burlington, MA, part of Burlington. Memorial serves approximately 383 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Memorial has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #438 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Memorial show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 7.1
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 9.8:1 students to teachers, Memorial sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Memorial — Students at Memorial score 52% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 80 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: 7.0/10.
How Memorial Compares
See how Memorial performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
125 Winn Street, Burlington, MA 01803
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Memorial may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Francis Wyman Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Pine Glen Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 1.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, MOUNT HOPE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Burlington, see our Burlington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Marshall Simonds Middle Burlington | 0.2 mi | 8.7 |
| MOUNT HOPE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Burlington | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Burlington High Burlington | 0.8 mi | 8.0 |
| BURLINGTON MONTESSORI SCHOOL Burlington | 0.8 mi | — |
| Linscott-Rumford Woburn | 1.2 mi | 3.9 |
| Mary D Altavesta Woburn | 1.4 mi | 2.7 |
| Daniel L Joyce Middle School Woburn | 1.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Hurld-Wyman Elementary School Woburn | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Fox Hill Burlington | 2.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Pine Glen Elementary Burlington | 1.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Francis Wyman Elementary Burlington | 1.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Clyde Reeves Woburn | 2.5 mi | 6.6 |
| John F Kennedy Middle School Woburn | 2.0 mi | 5.3 |
| FUSION ACADEMY BURLINGTON Burlington | 2.3 mi | — |
| ST CHARLES SCHOOL Woburn | 2.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Woburn High Woburn | 2.4 mi | 5.7 |
| TENDER LEARNING CENTRE Wilmington | 2.9 mi | — |
| Malcolm White Woburn | 2.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Boutwell Wilmington | 3.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Shamrock Woburn | 2.7 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01803 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$142,421
Median Home Value
$679,400
Median Rent
$2,615/mo
Population
26,068
College Educated
58.2%
Homeownership
75.1%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
5.6%
Median Age
44.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Alcott Concord, MA | 7.6 |
| Calvin Coolidge School Shrewsbury, MA | 7.6 |
| Claypit Hill School Wayland, MA | 7.6 |
| DEDHAM COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Dedham, MA | 7.6 |
| Dawson Holden, MA | 7.6 |
| Francis Wyman Elementary Burlington, MA | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Memorial
What grades does Memorial serve?
Memorial serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Memorial?
Memorial has an enrollment of approximately 383 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Memorial?
The student-teacher ratio at Memorial is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Memorial rank in MA?
Memorial ranks #438 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Memorial's MySchoolScout rating?
Memorial has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Memorial?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Memorial has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Memorial a charter school?
No, Memorial is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Memorial a Title I school?
No, Memorial is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 383
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.0%
- Phone
- (781) 270-1721
Resources & Links
District
Burlington- District Enrollment
- 3,525
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,456
- District Rank
- #3 of 6
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