Excellent
#295 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 16% in state
Winn Brook
Elementary School · Belmont
97 Waterhouse Rd, Belmont, MA 02478
Enrollment
418
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
418
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#295 of 1,793
In Belmont
#1 of 6
public schools
In district
#1 of 6
Belmont
Equity
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Winn Brook
Elementary School in Belmont · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Winn Brook
Winn Brook is a public elementary school in Belmont, MA, part of Belmont. Winn Brook serves approximately 418 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Winn Brook has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #295 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Winn Brook show 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- District avg 7.3
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Winn Brook — Students at Winn Brook score 78% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 54 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: 8.2/10.
How Winn Brook Compares
See how Winn Brook performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
97 Waterhouse Rd, Belmont, MA 02478
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Winn Brook may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Haggerty (rated 9.4/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Cambridge), which scores notably higher. Another option is John A Bishop (rated 9.2/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Arlington), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hardy (rated 8.9/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Arlington), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Belmont, see our Belmont schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Belmont High Belmont | 0.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Roger E Wellington Belmont | 0.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Mary Lee Burbank Belmont | 0.8 mi | 8.0 |
| FAYERWEATHER STREET SCHOOL Cambridge | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Menotomy Preschool Arlington | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Winthrop L Chenery Middle Belmont | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Brackett Arlington | 1.1 mi | 8.2 |
| BELMONT HILL SCHOOL Belmont | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Arlington High Arlington | 1.3 mi | 8.9 |
| Hardy Arlington | 1.1 mi | 8.9 |
| BELMONT DAY SCHOOL Belmont | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| ARLINGTON CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Arlington | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| LESLEY ELLIS SCHOOL Arlington | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Gibbs School Arlington | 1.3 mi | 8.8 |
| ST AGNES SCHOOL Arlington | 1.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Ottoson Middle Arlington | 1.6 mi | 9.3 |
| Haggerty Cambridge | 1.6 mi | 9.4 |
| Daniel Butler Belmont | 1.5 mi | 7.8 |
| John A Bishop Arlington | 1.8 mi | 9.2 |
| ARLINGTON SCHOOL Belmont | 1.4 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02478 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$177,790
Median Home Value
$1,108,800
Median Rent
$2,382/mo
Population
26,966
College Educated
80.1%
Homeownership
64.4%
Avg Commute
29.5 min
Poverty Rate
3.5%
Median Age
42.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Academy Avenue Weymouth, MA | 8.1 |
| Bowie Chicopee, MA | 8.1 |
| Elmer S Bagnall Groveland, MA | 8.1 |
| Fort River Elementary Amherst, MA | 8.1 |
| Gardner Pilot Academy Allston, MA | 8.1 |
| Joseph R Dawe Jr Elementary Stoughton, MA | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Winn Brook
What grades does Winn Brook serve?
Winn Brook serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Winn Brook?
Winn Brook has an enrollment of approximately 418 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Winn Brook?
The student-teacher ratio at Winn Brook is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Winn Brook rank in MA?
Winn Brook ranks #295 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Winn Brook's MySchoolScout rating?
Winn Brook has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Winn Brook?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Winn Brook has 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Winn Brook a charter school?
No, Winn Brook is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Winn Brook a Title I school?
No, Winn Brook is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 418
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 6.9%
- Phone
- (617) 993-5700
Resources & Links
District
Belmont- District Enrollment
- 4,424
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,090
- District Rank
- #1 of 6
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