Average
#663 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 37% in state
Zervas
Elementary School · Newton
30 Beethoven Avenue, Waban, MA 02468
Enrollment
399
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
399
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#663 of 1,793
In Waban
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#20 of 22
Newton
School environment
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Zervas
Elementary School in Waban · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Zervas
Zervas is a public elementary school in Waban, MA, part of Newton. Zervas serves approximately 399 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Zervas has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #663 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Zervas show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.9 · Average
- District avg 8.3
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Zervas — Students at Zervas score 57% 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
↓ 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: 5.3/10.
How Zervas Compares
See how Zervas performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
30 Beethoven Avenue, Waban, MA 02468
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Zervas may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. A E Angier (rated 9.8/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is John Eliot (rated 9.3/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Needham), which scores notably higher. Additionally, C C Burr (rated 8.7/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Auburndale), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Waban, see our Waban schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| A E Angier Waban | 0.7 mi | 9.8 |
| Peirce West Newton | 1.1 mi | 8.6 |
| Mason-Rice Newton Centre | 1.0 mi | 8.6 |
| Newton North High Newtonville | 1.3 mi | 8.8 |
| HAPPY CHILD PRESCHOOL/DAY CARE CENTER Newton | 1.4 mi | — |
| WELLAN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Newton | 1.1 mi | 8.1 |
| FUSION ACADEMY NEWTON Newton | 1.5 mi | 5.3 |
| LEARNING PREP SCHOOL West Newton | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Countryside Newton Highlands | 1.4 mi | 8.2 |
| RIVERSIDE SCHOOL Needham | 1.7 mi | — |
| Newton Early Childhood Program Newton | 1.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Cabot Newtonville | 1.7 mi | 6.4 |
| F A Day Middle Newtonville | 2.0 mi | 8.9 |
| Franklin West Newton | 2.1 mi | 7.4 |
| NEWTON COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Newton | 1.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Bowen Newton Centre | 1.7 mi | 7.3 |
| John Eliot Needham | 2.0 mi | 9.3 |
| Horace Mann Newtonville | 2.2 mi | 7.2 |
| C C Burr Auburndale | 2.0 mi | 8.7 |
| DEARBORN ACADEMY Newton | 2.1 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02468 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$250,001
Median Home Value
$1,809,300
Median Rent
$2,875/mo
Population
5,901
College Educated
89.9%
Homeownership
97.6%
Avg Commute
26.6 min
Poverty Rate
0.6%
Median Age
48.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Adams Elementary School East Boston, MA | 6.9 |
| Allendale Pittsfield, MA | 6.9 |
| Dr Gertrude Bailey Lowell, MA | 6.9 |
| Elizabeth Carter Brooks New Bedford, MA | 6.9 |
| Freeman-Kennedy School Norfolk, MA | 6.9 |
| Hernandez K-8 School Roxbury, MA | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Zervas
What grades does Zervas serve?
Zervas serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Zervas?
Zervas has an enrollment of approximately 399 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Zervas?
The student-teacher ratio at Zervas is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Zervas rank in MA?
Zervas ranks #663 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Zervas's MySchoolScout rating?
Zervas has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Zervas?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Zervas has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Zervas a charter school?
No, Zervas is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Zervas a Title I school?
No, Zervas is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 399
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.8%
- Phone
- (617) 559-6750
Resources & Links
District
Newton- District Enrollment
- 11,752
- Schools in District
- 22
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,226
- District Rank
- #20 of 22
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