Average
#828 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 46% in state
Waltham Public Schools Dual Language Program
Elementary School · Waltham
510 Moody Street, Waltham, MA 02453
Enrollment
218
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
218
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#828 of 1,793
In Waltham
#4 of 10
public schools
In district
#4 of 10
Waltham
School environment
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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Waltham Public Schools Dual Language Program
Elementary School in Waltham · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Waltham Public Schools Dual Language Program
Waltham Public Schools Dual Language Program is a public elementary school in Waltham, MA, part of Waltham. Waltham Public Schools Dual Language Program serves approximately 218 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Waltham Public Schools Dual Language Program has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #828 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Waltham Public Schools Dual Language Program show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 6.4
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Waltham Public Schools Dual Language Program sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Waltham Public Schools Dual Language Program — Students at Waltham Public Schools Dual Language Program score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Test Scores MA EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 6.9/10.
How Waltham Public Schools Dual Language Program Compares
See how Waltham Public Schools Dual Language Program performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
510 Moody Street, Waltham, MA 02453
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Waltham Public Schools Dual Language Program may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Williams (rated 9.0/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Auburndale), which scores notably higher. Another option is C C Burr (rated 8.7/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Auburndale), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Peirce (rated 8.6/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby West Newton), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Waltham, see our Waltham schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Henry Whittemore Elementary School Waltham | 0.4 mi | 7.1 |
| John W. McDevitt Middle School Waltham | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Franklin West Newton | 0.7 mi | 7.4 |
| William F. Stanley Elementary School Waltham | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Thomas R Plympton Elementary School Waltham | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| C C Burr Auburndale | 1.1 mi | 8.7 |
| CHAPEL HILL CHAUNCY HALL SCHOOL Waltham | 1.4 mi | 7.8 |
| LEARNING PREP SCHOOL West Newton | 1.5 mi | 7.4 |
| F A Day Middle Newtonville | 1.4 mi | 8.9 |
| Peirce West Newton | 1.8 mi | 8.6 |
| Newton Early Childhood Program Newton | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| JEWISH COMMUNITY DAY SCHOOL, INC DBA JCDS BOSTONS Watertown | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Waltham Sr High Waltham | 1.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Williams Auburndale | 1.9 mi | 9.0 |
| Horace Mann Newtonville | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| John F Kennedy Middle Waltham | 2.1 mi | 8.7 |
| James Fitzgerald Elementary School Waltham | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| MILESTONES DAY SCHOOL Waltham | 2.1 mi | 6.9 |
| GANN ACADEMY-THE NEW JEWISH HIGH SCHOOL Waltham | 2.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Newton North High Newtonville | 2.1 mi | 8.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02453 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$114,029
Median Home Value
$666,300
Median Rent
$2,063/mo
Population
30,314
College Educated
58.5%
Homeownership
41.9%
Avg Commute
23.5 min
Poverty Rate
9%
Median Age
34.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Benjamin G Brown Somerville, MA | 6.5 |
| Brookfield Elementary Brookfield, MA | 6.5 |
| Centerville Elementary Centerville, MA | 6.5 |
| Discovery School at Four Corners Greenfield, MA | 6.5 |
| Dr Frederick N Sweetsir Merrimac, MA | 6.5 |
| Elizabeth G Lyons Elementary Randolph, MA | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Waltham Public Schools Dual Language Program
What grades does Waltham Public Schools Dual Language Program serve?
Waltham Public Schools Dual Language Program serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Waltham Public Schools Dual Language Program?
Waltham Public Schools Dual Language Program has an enrollment of approximately 218 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Waltham Public Schools Dual Language Program?
The student-teacher ratio at Waltham Public Schools Dual Language Program is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Waltham Public Schools Dual Language Program rank in MA?
Waltham Public Schools Dual Language Program ranks #828 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Waltham Public Schools Dual Language Program's MySchoolScout rating?
Waltham Public Schools Dual Language Program has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Waltham Public Schools Dual Language Program?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Waltham Public Schools Dual Language Program has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
Is Waltham Public Schools Dual Language Program a charter school?
No, Waltham Public Schools Dual Language Program is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Waltham Public Schools Dual Language Program a Title I school?
No, Waltham Public Schools Dual Language Program is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 218
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.2%
- Phone
- (781) 314-5402
Resources & Links
District
Waltham- District Enrollment
- 5,709
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,267
- District Rank
- #4 of 10
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