Excellent
#28 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 2% in state
Memorial Spaulding
Elementary School · Newton
250 Brookline Street, Newton Centre, MA 02459
Enrollment
369
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
9.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
369
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
9.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#28 of 1,793
In Newton Centre
#1 of 7
public schools
In district
#2 of 22
Newton
Equity
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Memorial Spaulding
Memorial Spaulding is a public elementary school in Newton Centre, MA, part of Newton. Memorial Spaulding serves approximately 369 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Memorial Spaulding has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.5 out of 10 and ranks #28 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Memorial Spaulding show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
What's said publicly about Memorial Spaulding
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- This school 9.5 · Excellent
- District avg 8.3
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Memorial Spaulding — Students at Memorial Spaulding 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: 9.4/10.
How Memorial Spaulding Compares
See how Memorial Spaulding performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
250 Brookline Street, Newton Centre, MA 02459
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Memorial Spaulding may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. THE CHESTNUT HILLSCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Chestnut Hill), a more accessible option. Another option is Countryside (rated 8.2/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Newton Highlands), a more accessible option. Additionally, Edith C Baker (rated 8.1/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Chestnut Hill), a more accessible option. For more schools in Newton Centre, see our Newton Centre schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Charles E Brown Middle Newton Centre | 0.8 mi | 9.4 |
| SOLOMON SCHECHTEE DAY SCHOOL Newton | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Newton South High Newton Centre | 1.0 mi | 9.4 |
| Oak Hill Middle Newton Centre | 0.9 mi | 8.6 |
| Edith C Baker Chestnut Hill | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
| BEAVER COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Chestnut Hill | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
| SOLOMON SCHECHTER DAY SCHOOL Newton | 1.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Bowen Newton Centre | 1.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Brookline Early Education Program at Putterham Chestnut Hill | 1.3 mi | 5.9 |
| CATHOLIC MEMORIAL West Roxbury | 1.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Lyndon K-8 School West Roxbury | 1.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Countryside Newton Highlands | 1.5 mi | 8.2 |
| BRIMMER & MAY SCHOOL Chestnut Hill | 1.9 mi | 7.6 |
| THE CHESTNUT HILLSCHOOL Chestnut Hill | 2.0 mi | 8.4 |
| ST THERESA SCHOOL West Roxbury | 1.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Riverdale Dedham | 2.2 mi | 5.4 |
| HOLY NAME PARISH SCHOOL West Roxbury | 1.8 mi | 4.5 |
| WELLAN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Newton | 2.1 mi | 8.1 |
| B C CAMPUS SCHOOL Chestnut Hill | 2.3 mi | — |
| Kilmer K-8 School West Roxbury | 2.2 mi | 6.8 |
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 |
|---|---|
| Bowman Lexington, MA | 9.5 |
| Cambridgeport Cambridge, MA | 9.5 |
| Crocker Farm Elementary Amherst, MA | 9.5 |
| Happy Hollow School Wayland, MA | 9.5 |
| Henry C Sanborn Elementary Andover, MA | 9.5 |
| John M Tobin Cambridge, MA | 9.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Memorial Spaulding
What grades does Memorial Spaulding serve?
Memorial Spaulding serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Memorial Spaulding?
Memorial Spaulding has an enrollment of approximately 369 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Memorial Spaulding?
The student-teacher ratio at Memorial Spaulding is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Memorial Spaulding rank in MA?
Memorial Spaulding ranks #28 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Memorial Spaulding's MySchoolScout rating?
Memorial Spaulding has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.5 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 Spaulding?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Memorial Spaulding has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Memorial Spaulding a charter school?
No, Memorial Spaulding is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Memorial Spaulding a Title I school?
No, Memorial Spaulding is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 369
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.9%
- Phone
- (617) 559-9600
Resources & Links
District
Newton- District Enrollment
- 11,752
- Schools in District
- 22
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,226
- District Rank
- #2 of 22
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