A+ Top 2%

Arlington School District

ARLINGTON, Massachusetts

#5 State Rank
17 School & program profiles
6.1K Students
65.8 Composite Score

17 school and program profiles are listed below, including profiles without published ratings. 10 schools contribute to the 2025 district rating.

Rating sources & methodology Rankings from 2025

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Composite scores combine available academic and school indicators on a 0–100 scale. These averages group rated schools by level; letter grades compare schools at the same level statewide. A letter grade is not a test percentage. How ratings work.

School Averages by Level

Elementary 59.3 59.3/100 A
Middle 62.8 62.8/100 A+
High 78.5 78.5/100 A+

Per-Pupil Spending

$19K

Annual expenditure per student (2025)

Quick Facts

  • 17 school and program profiles
  • 6.1K students enrolled
  • Composite score: 65.8/100
  • Data from 2025 school year

Schools in Arlington School District

17 school and program profiles, grouped by grade level

Elementary Schools (11)

N/A

Arlington Children's Center

Grades PK-K

17 Irving Street

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N/A

Arlington Heights Nursery School

Grades PK-PK

127 Lowell Street

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A

Brackett School

Grades K-05 #119 in state

66 Eastern Avenue

58.2 Score
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A+

Cyrus E Dallin School

Grades K-05 #38 in state

185 Florence Avenue

63.1 Score
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A

Hardy School

Grades K-05 #117 in state

52 Lake Street

58.3 Score
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A+

John A Bishop School

Grades K-05 #54 in state

25 Columbia Road

62.2 Score
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A-

M. Norcross Stratton Elementary School

Grades K-05 #186 in state

180 Mountain Avenue

55.7 Score
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N/A

Menotomy Preschool

Grades PK-PK

17 Irving Street

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N/A

New Covenant School Inc.

Grades PK-05

9 Westminister Avenue

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A+

Peirce School

Grades K-05 #49 in state

85 Park Avenue Extension

62.4 Score
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A-

Thompson Elementary School

Grades K-05 #193 in state

187 Everett Street

55.1 Score
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Middle Schools (4)

N/A

Lesley Ellis School

Grades PK-07

34 Winter Street

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N/A

St. Agnes Elementary School

Grades K-08

39 Medford Street

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A+

Gibbs School

Grades 06-06 #32 in state

41 Foster Street

59.9 Score
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A+

Ottoson Middle School

Grades 07-08 #4 in state

63 Acton Street

65.7 Score
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High Schools (2)

N/A

Arlington Catholic High School

Grades 09-12

16 Medford Street

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A+

Arlington High School

Grades 09-12 #4 in state

869 Mass Avenue

78.5 Score
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District Boundaries

The Arlington School District serves students within this geographic area.

Areas Served: ARLINGTON
A+-Rated District

Homes for Sale in Arlington School District

66 properties available in this school district • Median price: $1.2M

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Home for sale at 4 Colonial Village Drive, Arlington - $335K
$335K

4 Colonial Village Drive

Arlington, MA

2 bed 1.0 bath 665 sqft
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Home for sale at 51 Iroquois Road, Arlington - $875K
$875K

51 Iroquois Road

Arlington, MA

3 bed 2.0 bath 1,424 sqft
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Home for sale at 70 Kensington Park, Arlington - $1.73M
$1.73M

70 Kensington Park

Arlington, MA

5 bed 3.5 bath 4,051 sqft
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School Funding

$19K Per-Pupil Spending
+$1K above state average

Per-pupil spending includes instructional costs, administrative expenses, transportation, and support services. Data from the 2025 school year.

School Safety

Discipline data for Arlington School District (2025)

0.5% Discipline Rate
Low Lower than 50% of MA districts
0.4% Out-of-School Suspensions
0.2% In-School Suspensions
0.0% Expulsions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Arlington School District's overall grade?

Arlington School District has earned an overall grade of A+ and is ranked #5 among Massachusetts school districts. This composite rating reflects the average performance of all schools within the district based on MCAS scores, attendance, and other metrics.

How many schools are in Arlington School District?

Arlington School District includes 17 schools (11 elementary, 4 middle, 2 high) serving approximately 6,113 students.

What is the per-pupil spending in Arlington School District?

Arlington School District spends approximately $19,471 per student annually, which is above the Massachusetts state average of approximately $18,500. Per-pupil spending reflects total educational expenditures divided by student enrollment.

What are the highest-rated schools in Arlington School District?

The top-rated schools in Arlington School District include: Brackett School (A), Cyrus E Dallin School (A+), Hardy School (A), John A Bishop School (A+), M. Norcross Stratton Elementary School (A-). Click on any school name to view detailed performance data, MCAS scores, and demographics.

How can I enroll my child in Arlington School District?

To enroll in Arlington School District, contact the district's central office for enrollment procedures and required documentation. You'll typically need proof of residency, immunization records, and previous school records. Some districts offer school choice programs for out-of-district students.

How are district ratings calculated?

District ratings are based on the composite performance of all schools within the district. We calculate average MCAS proficiency rates, attendance, graduation rates, and other metrics weighted by school enrollment. Districts are then ranked against all Massachusetts districts to determine percentile rankings and letter grades.