A Top 11%

John Eliot School

Grades K-05 NEEDHAM, MA

Moved down 37 places from 2024 to 2025

#95 State Rank
A+ District Grade
135 Wellesley Avenue, NEEDHAM, MA 02494
Diverse High Attendance 96.1%
Rating sources & methodology MCAS scores from 2025 Data updated September 2026
393 Students
96.1% Attendance Rate
59.5 Composite Score
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MCAS score comparisons

Students meeting or exceeding expectations · 2025 results

Each subject shows the average of published grade percentages, without weighting by enrollment. The bars compare available years on a 0–100% scale. Grade coverage and student groups can change between years.

English Language Arts

63.7% Meeting or exceeding expectations

9% exceeding expectations

2023 59% 59%
2024 61% 61%
2025 63.7% 63.7%

Mathematics

68.7% Meeting or exceeding expectations

24.3% exceeding expectations

2023 63.3% 63.3%
2024 71.7% 71.7%
2025 68.7% 68.7%

Science

65% Meeting or exceeding expectations

6% exceeding expectations

2023 54% 54%
2024 62% 62%
2025 65% 65%
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Available grade results for the latest 3 published years. An em dash means the value was not published.
YearSubjectGradeMeeting+Exceeding
2025English Language Arts03 62%14%
2025English Language Arts04 62%3%
2025English Language Arts05 67%10%
2025Mathematics03 64%30%
2025Mathematics04 70%27%
2025Mathematics05 72%16%
2025Science05 65%6%
2024English Language Arts03 69%5%
2024English Language Arts04 53%—
2024English Language Arts05 61%18%
2024Mathematics03 74%22%
2024Mathematics04 72%10%
2024Mathematics05 69%13%
2024Science05 62%14%
2023English Language Arts03 73%11%
2023English Language Arts04 45%11%
2023English Language Arts05 59%13%
2023Mathematics03 63%10%
2023Mathematics04 74%21%
2023Mathematics05 53%5%
2023Science05 54%14%

MCAS subject percentages differ from the composite school rating, which combines available academic and school indicators. Letter grades and state ranks compare schools at the same level. A rank change describes relative position, not a percentage-point change in test scores. Read the rating methodology.

Student Demographics

393 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

White 54.7%
Asian 22.1%
Multiracial 9.2%
Hispanic 8.9%
Black 5.1%

Gender

47.6% Male
52.4% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 8.7%
Special Education 20.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch 10.9%

School Performance

Key metrics and program information

Attendance

96.1% Attendance Rate
6.8% Chronic Absence

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Location

135 Wellesley Avenue, NEEDHAM, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is John Eliot School's grade rating?

John Eliot School has earned a grade of A, ranked #95 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 11% of Massachusetts Elementary schools. This rating is based on 2025 MCAS test scores, attendance rates, and other performance metrics from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.

How many students attend John Eliot School?

Approximately 393 students are enrolled at John Eliot School.

How does John Eliot School perform on MCAS tests?

Based on the most recent MCAS results, John Eliot School's proficiency rates are: English Language Arts (64% proficient), Mathematics (69% proficient), Science (65% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.

What is the attendance rate at John Eliot School?

John Eliot School has an attendance rate of 96.1%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.

What school district is John Eliot School part of?

John Eliot School is part of Needham School District. For enrollment information, contact the district office or visit the school's website. Enrollment typically requires proof of residency within the district boundaries.

How are Massachusetts school ratings calculated?

School ratings are calculated using multiple data points from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE), including MCAS test scores (proficiency and growth), attendance rates, graduation rates (for high schools), and student-teacher ratios. Schools are ranked by percentile against similar schools statewide.