A+ Top 7%

Wellesley School District

WELLESLEY, Massachusetts

#17 State Rank
15 School & program profiles
4K Students
62.7 Composite Score

15 school and program profiles are listed below, including profiles without published ratings. 9 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 59.1 59.1/100 A
Middle 64.3 64.3/100 A+
High 71.5 71.5/100 A

Quick Facts

  • 15 school and program profiles
  • 4K students enrolled
  • Composite score: 62.7/100
  • Data from 2025 school year

Schools in Wellesley School District

15 school and program profiles, grouped by grade level

Elementary Schools (8)

A-

Ernest F Upham

#10 in state
49.0 Score
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A

Hunnewell School

Grades K-05 #157 in state

28 Cameron Street

56.7 Score
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A+

John D Hardy School

Grades K-05 #43 in state

293 Weston Road

62.8 Score
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A+

Joseph E Fiske School

Grades K-05 #39 in state

45 Hastings Street

63.1 Score
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A

Katharine Lee Bates School

Grades K-05 #125 in state

116 Elmwood Road

57.9 Score
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N/A

Preschool at Wellesley Schools

Grades PK-PK

63 Hastings Street

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A

Schofield School

Grades K-05 #138 in state

27 Cedar Street

57.3 Score
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A

Sprague Elementary School

Grades K-05 #163 in state

401 School Street

56.5 Score
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Middle Schools (3)

N/A

St. John the Evangelist School

Grades PK-06

9 Ledyard Street

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N/A

Tenacre Country Day School

Grades PK-06

78 Benvenue Street

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A+

Wellesley Middle School

Grades 06-08 #7 in state

50 Kingsbury Street

64.3 Score
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High Schools (4)

N/A

Dana Hall School

Grades 06-12

45 Dana Road

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N/A

Star Academy Boston (Wellesley Campus)

Grades PK-12

10 Atwood Street

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N/A

North American Hockey Academy

Grades 09-12

900 Worcester Street

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A+

Wellesley Sr High School

Grades 09-12 #27 in state

50 Rice Street

71.5 Score
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District Boundaries

The Wellesley School District serves students within this geographic area.

Areas Served: WELLESLEY
A+-Rated District

Homes for Sale in Wellesley School District

65 properties available in this school district • Median price: $2.15M

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Home for sale at 8 Tennyson Rd, Wellesley - $2.8M
$2.8M

8 Tennyson Rd

Wellesley, MA

4 bed 3.5 bath 3,725 sqft
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Home for sale at 4 Woodlawn Oval, Wellesley - $2.1M
$2.1M

4 Woodlawn Oval

Wellesley, MA

3 bed 2.5 bath 2,721 sqft
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Home for sale at 39 River Glen Rd, Wellesley - $2M
$2M

39 River Glen Rd

Wellesley, MA

4 bed 2.5 bath 2,820 sqft
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Home for sale at 9 Eisenhower Circle, Wellesley - $2.4M
$2.4M

9 Eisenhower Circle

Wellesley, MA

4 bed 3.5 bath 4,546 sqft
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Where Graduates Go

Post-graduation outcomes for Wellesley School District (Class of 2021)

80.7% Attend College
77.8% 4-Year College
2.8% 2-Year College
55.7% Out of State
2.3% Employed

Based on 388 graduates

School Safety

Discipline data for Wellesley School District (2025)

0.3% Discipline Rate
Low Lower than 50% of MA districts
0.3% Out-of-School Suspensions
0.5% In-School Suspensions
0.0% Expulsions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Wellesley School District's overall grade?

Wellesley School District has earned an overall grade of A+ and is ranked #17 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 Wellesley School District?

Wellesley School District includes 15 schools (8 elementary, 3 middle, 4 high) serving approximately 3,986 students.

What percentage of Wellesley School District graduates go to college?

Approximately 80.6% of Wellesley School District graduates pursue higher education, with 77.8% attending 4-year colleges and 2.8% attending 2-year colleges. This data is based on the most recent graduating class tracked by DESE.

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

The top-rated schools in Wellesley School District include: Ernest F Upham (A-), Hunnewell School (A), John D Hardy School (A+), Joseph E Fiske School (A+), Katharine Lee Bates School (A). Click on any school name to view detailed performance data, MCAS scores, and demographics.

How can I enroll my child in Wellesley School District?

To enroll in Wellesley 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.