Excellent
#343 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 19% in state
Winthrop
Elementary School · Melrose
162 First Street, Melrose, MA 02176
Enrollment
401
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
401
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#343 of 1,793
In Melrose
#2 of 8
public schools
In district
#2 of 8
Melrose
Equity
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Winthrop
Elementary School in Melrose · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Winthrop
Winthrop is a public elementary school in Melrose, MA, part of Melrose. Winthrop serves approximately 401 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Winthrop has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #343 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Winthrop show 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- District avg 7.0
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Winthrop — Students at Winthrop score 73% 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: 8.8/10.
How Winthrop Compares
See how Winthrop performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
162 First Street, Melrose, MA 02176
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Winthrop may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Roosevelt (rated 7.5/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Horace Mann (rated 7.3/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Herbert Clark Hoover (rated 7.1/10, 0.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Melrose, see our Melrose schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Herbert Clark Hoover Melrose | 0.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Horace Mann Melrose | 0.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Early Childhood Center Melrose | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| MELROSE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Melrose | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Melrose High Melrose | 0.8 mi | 8.5 |
| Melrose Middle Melrose | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| ST MARY'S SCHOOL Melrose | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Forestdale Malden | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Lincoln Melrose | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Roosevelt Melrose | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Mystic Valley Regional Charter School Malden | 1.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Greenwood Wakefield | 1.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Salemwood Malden | 1.8 mi | 3.9 |
| Saugus High Saugus | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Saugus Middle School Saugus | 1.5 mi | 4.2 |
| Malden Early Learning Center Malden | 1.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Linden Malden | 1.9 mi | 6.0 |
| MALDEN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Malden | 2.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Malden High Malden | 2.2 mi | 4.4 |
| Pioneer Charter School of Science II (PCSS-II) Saugus | 1.8 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02176 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$126,854
Median Home Value
$796,100
Median Rent
$1,933/mo
Population
29,488
College Educated
62%
Homeownership
67.8%
Avg Commute
35.7 min
Poverty Rate
3.7%
Median Age
44.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Acushnet Elementary School Acushnet, MA | 8.0 |
| Boyden Walpole, MA | 8.0 |
| Cottage Street Sharon, MA | 8.0 |
| Egremont Pittsfield, MA | 8.0 |
| Ezra H Baker Innovation School West Dennis, MA | 8.0 |
| Jackson Street Northampton, MA | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Winthrop
What grades does Winthrop serve?
Winthrop serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Winthrop?
Winthrop has an enrollment of approximately 401 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Winthrop?
The student-teacher ratio at Winthrop is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Winthrop rank in MA?
Winthrop ranks #343 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Winthrop's MySchoolScout rating?
Winthrop has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Winthrop?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Winthrop has 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Winthrop a charter school?
No, Winthrop is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Winthrop a Title I school?
No, Winthrop is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 401
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 7.5%
- Phone
- (781) 979-2280
Resources & Links
District
Melrose- District Enrollment
- 3,892
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,030
- District Rank
- #2 of 8
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