Underwood Elementary School

101 VERNON ST, NEWTON, MA 02458

Top 10% School in Massachusetts

Ranked 7 of 70 in Massachusetts

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About Underwood Elementary School

Underwood Elementary School is located in the center of Newton, Massachusetts, and is widely recognized for offering high levels of academic and social-emotional growth for young students. Underwood is part of the highly regarded Newton Public Schools district, which ranks in the top 10 best districts in the state. Underwood values excellence in math and reading, with 62% or above proficiency at both. Underwood is also recognized for its inclusive community and programs such as "Understanding Our Differences" that welcome empathy, collaboration, and respect for the whole child. The community is family-friendly, with average rent for homes being about $3,000. You can see why families desire to be in Newton. Underwood continues strong as option for families wishing for the finest elementary schools in Massachusetts.

Contact Information

Address

101 VERNON ST, NEWTON, MA 02458

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Phone

(617) 559-9660

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 62%
Reading 62%
State average proficiency is 62% in Math and 62% in Reading.
20
Full-time Teachers
12 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
242
Total Students
$98422
Avg. Teacher Salary

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TOP 7 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Underwood Elementary School

2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
🚀
Hands-on with real robots
🏆
Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

School Ratings

Ranked

7

of 70 in Massachusetts

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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Mansfield Public Schools Educator Spotlight: Pathways of a Fourth-Grade Teacher

MANSFIELD — Inside the brick building on East Street, four educators who began teaching within 2 years of each other, all spending the beginning of their careers teaching fourth grade at Jordan/Jackson Elementary School...

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:15 AM – 2:50 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 8:00 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 44.8%
Asian 22.6%
Hispanic 12.7%
Black 8.6%
Two+ Races 10.9%
Native Am. 1%
White
44.8%
Asian
22.6%
Hispanic
12.7%
Black
8.6%
Two+ Races
10.9%
Native Am.
1%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 242
53.4%
129 Female
46.6%
113 Male

Student Population

242 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 12 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

1125 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

Being Updated

Latest News

Underwood Elementary recently published its 2025–26 school calendar, reflecting proactive planning and smooth preparation for the upcoming academic year.

FAQ

Q1: What types of community events take place at Underwood Elementary School?

Ans. They have ice cream socials, book fairs, and family fun runs every year.

Q2: What is the procedure for students getting to and from Underwood Elementary School?

Ans. A lot of families walk or bike, and there are bus routes for some students.

Q3: Is there a student garden at Underwood Elementary School?

Ans. Yes, students participate in growing both vegetables and flowers as part of the school's garden project.

Q4: Are parents involved or able to come to help with activities in the classroom at Underwood Elementary School?

Ans.:Yes, parents volunteer to help with reading, projects, and special events.

Q5: Does Underwood Elementary School have a buddy system for new students?

Ans. Yes, Underwood Buddies is a program where older students help the new students acclimate.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
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The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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