1. SCHOOL REPORT
Horace Mann Elementary School
Melrose, Massachusetts
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2. 5out of 10
7out of 10
School Facts ThisSchool
Total Enrollment 270
Studentsin Free or Reduced Price Lunch Program 10%
Number of Schoolsin thisCity 10
School: Horace Mann Elementary School
School Details
Name
Horace Mann Elementary
School
Address
40 Damon Avenue
Melrose, MA 02176
Phone
(781) 979-2190
School District
Melrose School District
Grades Served
K-5
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3. This School
Grade 5 Massachusetts
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4. 4out of 5
Rating: 5
Rating: 2
Rating: 5
Rating: 4
Rating: 5
Rating: 4
Rating: 5
Community Ratings for this School
Based on 7 Reviews
Posted: 5/1/2012 by parent
Horace Mann isa fantastic school, my child wasidentified with special needsearly and each teacher hasbeen phenomenal in helping her achieve success. The
staff iscaring and it isa place where community thrives. They challenge the kidsappropriately and identify issuesearly. I highly recommend thisschool to any
parent.
Posted: 6/15/2011 by parent
HM isok. Not great, just average. Many teachersneed to retire and just aren't very good. There ishardly any homeworkgiven, which in thisday and age is
unaccepable. Half the teachersdon't even knowhowto use email. The home-school communication islacking. The after school program isvery expensive. On a
positive note, the PTA issuper involved.
Posted: 2/4/2009 by parent
We have two children in the school, K and 2nd grade. We love the 'little school house' feel. Horace Mann remindsme of the great experiencesI had in
elementary school in Topsfield MA. Great teachers, very active and successful volunteerism, healthy level of parent involvement, proactive approach to
challenges, etc. Our youngest son lovesschool so much, he begsusto let him go to school even when sick! Both of our boysare simply doing great, and
surpassing levelsI never did at the same age. It'sa pleasure dropping our boysoff every day knowing they are going to have a great day, and learn more than
even they understand!
Posted: 3/14/2005 by parent
Horace Mann isthe quintessential neighborhood school. Parents/Familiesknoweach other and kidsgrowup together in a small 'village' right here in Melrose.
The staff that I have dealt with have bent over backwardsto keep parnetsinformed and happy with their children'seducationswhile the atmosphere for the
studentsisa progressive and warm. Horace Mann pridesitself on being a model school for the rest of Massachusetts. Both of my children have excelled at Horace
Mann. I did very well there too, when I attended in the 70's. PTO hasalwaysbeen the backbone of thisschool and the fundraising programsare alwayspopular
and have great support. The Pumpkin Festival hasbeen a staple for almost 30years! Ultimately, you will find a supportive staff, welcoming parentsand an all
around fun school at Horace Mann.
Posted: 12/15/2004 by parent
I have two children, one isattending Horace Mann nowand the other isin the middle school.(but did go to Horace Mann K-5. The Horace Mann School isis
wonderful place! The teachersare the best. It isnot a huge school so you really can get to knowalot about the teachers, studentsand other parents. Isisa
definite learning enviroment, with a big emphasison Respect,responsbility and caring. For the last fewyearsat least one of our teachershaswon the teacher
excellence award. Horace Mann isthe best---P.Keigney-Rodriguez
Posted: 10/16/2004 by parent
The teachersare all professionalswho are alwaysworking hard to educate studentswith multiple learning styles. Academic achievement isextremely important
to all. Relating learning to real world scenarioskeepsthe studentsengaged while having fun learning. The Principal, Teachersand other Staff encourage a
positive environment for learning and respecting othersdifferencesand similarities. I am pleased with the academic education and environment that my
daughter experiencesat thisschool.
Posted: 8/12/2004 by parent
'I have two children both of them are out of Horace Mann nowand in the Middle school they are both doing and excellent job because Horace Mann has
enhanced their mindsin a way no one even notices. They make learing fun but in a productive way! I would give Horace Mann 5 starsout of 5!!
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5. ThisSchool Other Schools
Nearby Schools (within 5 miles)
Name Level Type Grade
Students
per
Teacher
Total
Students
Average
School
Rating District
Horace Mann Elementary School Kindergarten,
Elementary
Public K-5 – 270 5 Melrose School District
Melrose Middle School Middle Public 6-8 – – 6 Melrose School District
Melrose High School High Public 9-12 – – 7 Melrose School District
Roosevelt Elementary School Kindergarten,
Elementary
Public K-5 – – 8 Melrose School District
Winthrop Elementary School Kindergarten,
Elementary
Public K-5 – – 7 Melrose School District
Melrose Montessori School Preschool,
Kindergarten,
Elementary
Private PK-1 – – – –
Greenwood Elementary School Kindergarten,
Elementary
Public K-4 – – 6 Wakefield School District
St Mary's School Preschool,
Kindergarten,
Elementary,
Middle
Private PK-8 – – – –
Lincoln Elementary School Kindergarten,
Elementary
Public K-5 – – 9 Melrose School District
Name Level Type Grade
Students
per
Teacher
Total
Students
Average
School
Rating District
Horace Mann ElementarySchool
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6. Oaklandvale Elementary School Kindergarten,
Elementary
Public K-5 – – 2 Saugus School District
Hoover Elementary School Kindergarten,
Elementary
Public K-5 – – 9 Melrose School District
Colonial Park Elementary School Preschool,
Kindergarten,
Elementary
Public PK-4 – – 9 Stoneham School District
Stoneham High School High Public 9-12 – – 8 Stoneham School District
Saugus High School High Public 9-12 – – 5 Saugus School District
Christian Learning Center Preschool,
Kindergarten,
Elementary
Private PK-4 – – – –
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7. For Sale Pending Distressed For Sale Distressed Pending
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sq. ft.
Under Agreement: 9/28/2016
19 Lovell Rd Detached 3/1 6,231 1929 9/20/2016 $525,000 $3831,370 sq
ft
MLS ID: 72070227
Thisbeautiful 3 bedroom colonial in located in the heart of the desirable Horace Mann neighborhood!! The charm of thishome, you will
immediately feel when entering. Amazing living room with a wood burning stove/fireplace and hardwood floors. Elegant dining room
with two built in china cabinets, gorgeousmoldingsand chair rail. A mudroom from the driveway. The kitchen hasa breakfast nook
overlooking the backyard, a pantry, glassfront cabinetsand great design. Thishome offers3 great size bedroomswith plenty of light. The
bathroom haswhite and green tile like new. Great backyard, 1 car garage and fantastic landscape front and back. Thishome islocated
on Lovell road, a tree line picture perfect street. Come by and checkit out thisweekbefore itsgone!
Listing Courtesy of Century 21 Sexton & Donohue
Under Agreement: 9/27/2016
38 Lovell Rd Detached 3/1 6,085 1928 8/25/2016 $525,000 $3131,679 sq
ft
MLS ID: 72067516
Nestled on a picturesque tree lined street of the Horace Mann neighborhood isthisjewel at 38 Lovell Road. Classic Colonial boasting
original architectural detailsincluding living room and dining room built-ins, hardwood floorsand substantial moldings. Inviting
fireplaced living room, a lovely space to curl up with a bookduring those winter months, with adjoining study featuring vaulted ceilings,
dining room and renovated kitchen with granite make thisfirst floor space perfect for your next gathering. Second level offersthree well-
sized bedrooms, full bath, linen closet and walkup attic with substantial storage space. The flat rear yard hasoodlesof space for
recreation or gardening and the backdeckisthe perfect place to enjoy morning coffee or summer eveningsunder the stars. Garage,
newer heating system and hot water. Within walking distance to Whole FoodsPlaza, commuter rail or bus, parksand more, thiswell
priced home isa must see!
Listing Courtesy of RE/MAX Leading Edge
Nearby Properties For Sale (within 5 miles)
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9. Listings closest to the school (cont.) Prop
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Under Agreement: 9/6/2016
67 Frost Ave Detached 2/1 5,750 1932 8/13/2016 $439,900 $3141,400 sq
ft
MLS ID: 72052862
Welcome home! Here it is, the home you've been waiting for! You'll enjoy the warm hospitality of thisstorybookNewEngland colonial
with it'sold world charm, situated on a picture perfect tree lined street in the highly desirable Horace Mann neighborhood. From the
moment you enter, you'll be surrounded by the charm thishome offersincluding built in cabinetsin both the living and dining rooms,
fireplaced living room, extra large master bedroom, hardwood floorson both the first and second floorsplusa first floor family room
tastefully done in a knotty pine. Family room hasa wall of windows, overlooking the large backyard, bringing the outside in! Dining room
also doublesasa third bedroom, per public records. Heating system newin 2007, most updated windows, freshly painted interior and
vinyl siding are just a fewof the featuresthishome offers. Move right in and enjoy all that Melrose hasto offer! Ideal location, commuters
dream.....minutesto everything.
Listing Courtesy of Lamacchia Realty, Inc.
New, Active: 9/28/2016
16 Sargent St Detached 3/2 4,464 1920 9/28/2016 $409,900 $3421,200 sq
ft
MLS ID: 72074137
Welcome to the desirable Melrose Highlands! Thishome hasbeen owned by the same family since 1959. First floor offersan open living
room & dining room with hardwood flooring, a den/office, a generoussize kitchen & an updated bath with over sized walk-in shower.
Roomsare bright and sunny. The second floor hasthree bedrooms, hardwood floorsthroughout, a fantastic newfull bath with a skylight,
granite counter, extra cabinet space, washer & dryer hookup, subway tiles& glassinlay. Other up-datesinclude replacement windows,
exterior painted 2016, front steps2015, newdisposal and kitchen ceiling fan 2015. The level fenced in yard with a patio isgreat for
entertaining, grilling & gardening. A commutersdream with easy accessto public transportation, the commuter rail, schools& center of
town! Don't missout on thisgreat opportunity!
Listing Courtesy of Brad Hutchinson Real Estate
Active: 5/20/2016
58 Frost Ave Detached 4/3 11,750 1900 5/20/2016 $699,900 $4071,720 sq
ft
MLS ID: 72009806
Solid Renovated Classic NewEngland Colonial. Property OffersA Winning Combination Of A Quiet Neighborhood, Nice Size Yard, Two
Car Garage, In-Ground Pool And Ample Space Inside. The Backyard IsAn 11,000+ Square Foot Lot With LoadsOf Room For
Barbecue's, Swing Sets, Swimming And Any Other Type Of Outdoor Fun You Like! Located On A Quiet Street In The Horace Mann
District, Youâll Enjoy All That Melrose HasTo Offer.
Listing Courtesy of Welcome Home Properties
Under Agreement: 9/14/2016
18 Holbrook Ct 3 Family 3/3 5,896 1920 9/7/2016 $650,000 $2912,235 sq
ft
MLS ID: 72063198
Rare to market! TRUE three family located on a quaint side street near Melrose center presentsendlessopportunitesfor rental income or
a condo conversion. The unitsare spacious1 bedroomswith 750+ SFand enclosed rear porchesoffering additional 130 SF. Huge
private parking lot with 5-6 parking. Thisproperty isin great condition and featuresa newroof, chimney, guttersand updated heating
systems. Unit 2 isvacant. Unit 1 and 3 are tenants-at-will. Market rent of $1,500+ per unit. Shown at open housesSaturday and Sunday
1-230pm and Mon evening 6-7pm with all offersbeing received by Tues9/13 at 5pm. Hurry!
Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Beverly
Under Agreement: 9/1/2016
65 Heywood Ave Detached 3/2 5,625 1961 8/25/2016 $399,900 $2531,581 sq
ft
MLS ID: 72058393
Make Melrose your home in thisnicely maintained Raised Ranch located in the Horace Mann school district. Everything you need ison
the upper level including kitchen, living and dinning rooms, full bath and master bedroom. The above grade lower level completesthe
home with an additional 2 bedrooms, family room, half bath and laundry room. Gasheat, full house fan and level fenced in yard add to
the value.
Listing Courtesy of Keller Williams Realty
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Active: 9/8/2016
78 Larchmont Rd Detached 6/6 14,372 1930 9/8/2016 $1,150,000 $2754,184 sq
ft
MLS ID: 72065142
A majestic Tudor on what many believe isthe best street in Melrose. Stepsfrom Bellevue Golf Club, and a mile from downtown shops,
and restaurants. Thisgracioushome featuresgenerously large rooms, hardwood floorsthroughout, a slate roof, wainscoting, a tin ceiling
and arched passage waysto name a few. State of the art kitchen and updated baths. Third floor could easily be converted to an au pair
suite. Privacy in the backyard with extensive patio areas, plantingsand a hot tub for family and friendsto enjoy. Pride of ownership
showsthroughout. A wonderful retreat for everyday living and grand scale entertaining.
Listing Courtesy of Century 21 Sexton & Donohue
Under Agreement: 9/20/2016
76 Linden Rd Detached 3/2 6,367 1922 9/15/2016 $524,900 $3411,539 sq
ft
MLS ID: 72068451
Enjoy lazy afternoonson the graciousfront porch, enjoy winter eveningsby the fireplace-welcome to thischarming c.1922 Colonial in an
outstanding location! Comfortable scale, pretty hardwood floorsand classic detailsthroughout, and the first floor offersa circular flow,
making for great entertaining and gathering spaces. The living room centersaround the wood-burning fireplace, the dining room, bathed
in natural sunlight, holdsa built-in china cabinet, while the kitchen hostsCorian counters, stainlessappliances, terrific storage and
excellent workspace. Three generousBRs, all with ceiling fans, and full bath on the 2nd. LL hasoodlesof potential to be finished to
expand, offering awesome flex space. The sun-drenched backyard hasample space for gardening or recreation. 2c gar. The seller has
undertaken numerousprojects: renovated kitchen and 1/2 bath, newer roof, 1st flr windows, insulation. Nearby Whole Foods, schools, bus,
train, Fells& downtown. Sweet opportunity!
Listing Courtesy of RE/MAX Leading Edge
Preforeclosure, Foreclosure Complaint Filed, Active: 9/22/2016
213 Howard St Detached 3/2 6,260 1938 9/22/2016 $479,000 $2182,196 sq
ft
MLS ID: 72074677
Large single family home offering 3 living levelsof space. Roof, electric, plumbing, heating system, sump pump, hot water tankand
bathroomshave all been recently updated. Home offers, double driveway with two car garage, landscaped and fenced front yard, mud
room area, large living room with fireplace, dining room, eat in kitchen, half bath and finished enclosed porch leading to deckon first flr,
3 large bedroomsand full bath on 2nd floor and large open floor plan on 3rd floor. Basement isin excellent condition and ispartially
finished, haswalkout to yard. Large deckoverlooking backyard, hasfinished heated shed, offers2 levelsof yard space, stone wall
separating levelsand wood fence around yard. Thisproperty doesneed some cosmetic work, the siding needsto be scraped and painted
possibly and the kitchen though in good working order isolder and there are some stainsin the hardwood floorsthat may or may not
come out and the property hasbeen priced accordingly.
Listing Courtesy of Garrity Realty
Active: 7/26/2016
64 Larchmont Rd Detached 4/4 13,152 2016 7/26/2016 $1,800,000 $4504,000 sq
ft
MLS ID: 72043750
Last Chance, last buildable lot on Larchmont Road â“ perhapsthe most prestigiousaddressin Melrose!! Secure it today and customize
thisbrand newhome to your wildest dreams!! Four thousand square feet of âœnew-newâ construction. Huge fireplaced (gas) family room
with soaring two story height, opensdirectly into the large kitchen with center island, gasrange and separate breakfast area. Walk-in
pantriesand half bath off the kitchen. Living room/study just off the front door. Formal dining room with tray ceiling. Four bedroomsup
with huge master and private bath, 2nd bedroom offersa private full bath, third and fourth bedroomsshare a full bath. Two separate
FHA-A/Csystems, 2 car attached garage.
Listing Courtesy of Century 21 Sexton & Donohue
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Under Agreement: 9/27/2016
114 Heywood Ave Detached 5/3 9,271 1953 6/14/2016 $555,000 $3321,670 sq
ft
MLS ID: 72023130
Deceivingly spacious5 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom expanded cape in the hot market of Melrose! It wascustom made and hasbeen lovingly
cared for by the same family since it wasbuilt! It islocated close to the Horace Mann School and ison a dead end street. The 1st floor
master suite, added in 1983, could also be used asa family room or in-lawsuite. 4 bedroomson the 2nd floor allowfor a large family or
home office. Newgasheater and hot water tankinstalled in 2014. It also featuresan updated kitchen, heated sun room, some HWfloors
under carpeting, attached garage, finished basement room, updated electrical and windows, fully fenced yard with a shed, workshop in
the basement, emergency generator, and gutter screensso you never need to clean them! The busto OakGrove train station isjust .2
milesaway, and Rte. 1 islessthan 2 milesaway. Breakheart Reservation hasswimming and many biking/hiking trails. Newdriveway, just
re-paved! Open House Sunday, Sept 25, 1:30-2:30.
Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Lynnfield
Active: 9/13/2016
79 Green St, #2 Condo 3/2 – 1900 9/13/2016 $399,000 $2661,500 sq
ft
MLS ID: 72066585
Beautifully updated condo in a prime downtown Melrose location situated conveniently between Whole Foodsand the historic district
nearby Ell Pond. The unit boastsnewhardwood floorsthroughout the main living level, fresh paint and a open layout. Kitchen hasnew
quartz countersand backsplash, updated appliancesand large island which opensinto the dining room. Updated bath with high end tile
finishes. Master Bedroom on main living level, with two additional bedroomson the third floor. Laundry in unit, three car parking, and
fenced yard with pet friendly association makesthisa rare find. Close to all that Melrose hasto offer: shops, restaurants, cultural
amenitiesand greenbelt. Short hop to the commuter rail which bringsyou to North Station in 13 minutesand convenient walkto
downtown. Simply turn-key!
Listing Courtesy of RE/MAX Leading Edge
Active: 9/16/2016
43-51 Albion St, Apt B3 Condo 1/1 710 sq ft – 1976 9/16/2016 $235,000 $331
MLS ID: 72068728
AFFORDABLE! AFFORDABLE! Great opportunity to live in Melrose, close to public transportation, at a price that won't breakthe bank!
Thislarge one-bedroom unit isin great condition and isconveniently located within walking distance to the commuter rail, close to
Whole Foods, near tenniscourts, fieldsand a track. Leave your caresbehind and come home to thisvery attractive and well-maintained
unit at Villa Cordoba. Enjoy the eat-in kitchen with pretty cabinetsand good counters, a spaciousliving room with dining area, a private
balcony and a large garage. Thisisa very comfortable and appealing unit at a really great price.
Listing Courtesy of RE/MAX Leading Edge
Under Agreement: 8/31/2016
87 Nowell Rd Detached 5/4 7,430 1910 8/8/2016 $875,000 $2074,224 sq
ft
MLS ID: 72050005
Space for everyone in this5-BR4-Bath home! Situated on the Melrose/Wakefield line, thiscenter-entrance Colonial isan 8-min walkto
the commuter rail! Both charming & functional, the house welcomesyou with a stately, pillared entrance into a marble floored foyer.
French doorsgrace the dining room and parlor (or home office) leading the way to the immaculate kitchen w/ gleaming, marble floors
and granite counters. The expansive great room will be a favorite spot for any family gathering with a fireplace, wet bar and ample space
to lounge and relax. Soakin tranquility in your own private spa w/ vaulted ceilings& skylights! The 2nd level featuresa Master BRw/ new
HWfloors& en suite bath plus3 add'l bedroomscentered around a cozy landing. The finished lower level offersadditional, flexible
living space. Don't forget the 2-car garage, a semi-finished, walk-up attic!
Listing Courtesy of Keller Williams Realty
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