Very Good
#405 of 1,791 schools in MA
Top 23% in state
Zervas
Elementary School · Newton
30 Beethoven Avenue, Waban, MA 02468
Enrollment
399
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
399
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Waban
#2 of 2
public schools
Massachusetts elementary schools
#254 of 1,022
In district
#18 of 22
Newton
School environment
9.2 / 10
Exceptional
About Zervas
Zervas Elementary School serves 399 students in kindergarten through fifth grade in the affluent Waban neighborhood of Newton, Massachusetts. With a student-teacher ratio of 11.7:1 and 34 full-time equivalent teachers, the school provides personalized attention that contributes to its strong academic performance. The school earns a MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks impressively at #118 out of 1,796 elementary schools statewide, placing it in the 94th percentile.
Students demonstrate solid academic achievement with 65% scoring proficient or above in English Language Arts and 66% meeting or exceeding proficiency standards in mathematics across all grade levels. Zervas operates within an exceptionally well-educated community where 90% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, and the median household income exceeds $250,000. This highly educated environment, combined with extremely low poverty rates of just 0.9%, creates a supportive backdrop for student learning and family engagement.
Located on Beethoven Avenue in this small city setting, Zervas Elementary benefits from being situated in one of Massachusetts' most educated and economically stable communities, where the median home value approaches $1.7 million, reflecting the area's desirability and investment in educational excellence.
Score Breakdown
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Zervas — Students at Zervas score 66% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
0%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 60 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: 6.1/10.
How Zervas Compares
See how Zervas performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 63% (2019) to 66% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 69% (2019) to 65% (2022).
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 9.5/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mason-Rice (rated 9.1/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Newton Centre), which scores notably higher. Additionally, John Eliot (rated 8.7/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Needham), 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 | 9.5 |
| Peirce West Newton | 1.1 mi | 8.5 |
| Mason-Rice Newton Centre | 1.0 mi | 9.1 |
| Newton North High Newtonville | 1.3 mi | 8.9 |
| 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 | 7.3 |
| Countryside Newton Highlands | 1.4 mi | 8.5 |
| RIVERSIDE SCHOOL Needham | 1.7 mi | — |
| Newton Early Childhood Program Newton | 1.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Cabot Newtonville | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| F A Day Middle Newtonville | 2.0 mi | 8.9 |
| Franklin West Newton | 2.1 mi | 6.3 |
| NEWTON COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Newton | 1.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Bowen Newton Centre | 1.7 mi | 7.6 |
| John Eliot Needham | 2.0 mi | 8.7 |
| Horace Mann Newtonville | 2.2 mi | 7.2 |
| C C Burr Auburndale | 2.0 mi | 8.4 |
| 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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Zervas has a median household income of $250,001. It is a well-educated community where 90% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,809,300, with a median rent of $2,875/month. The local poverty rate of 0.6% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Alcott Concord, MA | 7.5 |
| Ambrose Elementary Winchester, MA | 7.5 |
| BELMONT DAY SCHOOL Belmont, MA | 7.5 |
| Broadmeadow Needham, MA | 7.5 |
| Claypit Hill School Wayland, MA | 7.5 |
| Eastford Road Southbridge, MA | 7.5 |
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 is ranked #405 out of 1,791 schools in MA.
What is Zervas's MySchoolScout rating?
Zervas has a composite rating of 7.5 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Zervas?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Zervas has 63.0% math proficiency and 66.1% reading/ELA proficiency.
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
- Phone
- (617) 559-6750
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Newton- District Enrollment
- 11,752
- Schools in District
- 22
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,226
- District Rank
- #18 of 22
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