Waltham Public Schools

What Waltham Public Schools does

Waltham Public Schools is a municipal public school district serving the City of Waltham, Massachusetts, operating 11 schools plus the Waltham Family School across Pre-K through grade 12, including 7 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, 2 high schools, and 1 alternative high school (Waltham Valor). The district employs approximately 601 staff and serves students within defined geographic attendance boundaries, with specialized programs including a Dual Language School (lottery-based bilingual immersion), an Integrated Pre-K Program (30+ years operating), Career and Technical Education (CTE), and Challenge/Enrichment Intervention for gifted students. Approximately 1,000 students with special education needs receive individualized instruction, and the district provides targeted services for English language learners, immigrant families, and McKinney-Vento eligible students experiencing homelessness.

The district's technology ecosystem centers on the Aspen student information system (Follett) for grades, attendance, and enrollment; ParentSquare for unified two-way family communication with automatic multilingual translation; Google Workspace for Education (Classroom, Drive, Gmail) as the core productivity platform; and a 1:1 Chromebook program covering all students in grades 1-12, supported by Clever single sign-on, Linewize web filtering, Sora digital library, MySchoolBucks payment processing, and Google Read&Write accessibility tools. The WPS Technology Hub centralizes device management, repairs, and Google account provisioning.

Waltham Public Schools is funded primarily through municipal property taxes, Massachusetts Chapter 70 state education aid, and federal grants. As a government entity, it does not generate revenue from tuition for K-12 education. Supplemental revenue streams include part-time tuition for the Integrated Pre-K Program (charged to typically-developing peers), Chromebook replacement fees (approximately $320 per device with flexible payment plans), and charger replacement fees, all processed through MySchoolBucks. Governance is provided by a six-member School Committee elected at large, with the Mayor serving as Chair. The current Superintendent is Dr. Mendonsa.

Name

Waltham Public Schools

Legal name

Waltham Public Schools

Website

https://walthampublicschools.org

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

Waltham Public Schools is a Massachusetts municipal school district serving Pre-K through grade 12 across 11 schools in Waltham, funded by municipal taxes and state aid, operating integrated technology (Aspen, ParentSquare, Google Workspace, 1:1 Chromebooks) for ~5,000 students.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

K-12 Public Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (611110), Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111), Elementary and Secondary Schools (61111), Educational Services (61)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Public School Districts (K–12) (EDADABAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Public K–12 Combined Schools (EDAJAAAE), Public Elementary Schools (EDAJAAAB), Public High Schools (EDAJAAAD)

Keywords

• K-12 public education
• Special education services
• English language learner programs
• School transportation services
• School nutrition programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Waltham

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices12 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Public Funding (Tax Revenue): Waltham Public Schools is primarily funded through public taxation and state education funding as a Massachusetts public school district.
2. Pre-K Tuition: The Integrated Pre-K Program charges tuition for typically-developing peers attending part-time. Payments are processed through MySchoolBucks.
3. Chromebook/Charger Replacement Fees: Families pay replacement fees for damaged or lost Chromebooks and chargers. Chromebooks cost approximately $320 to replace with flexible payment plans available.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Waltham Public Schools is a public K-12 school district providing free education to resident students from Pre-K through grade 12 across 11 schools in Waltham, Massachusetts. The district offers general academic curricula, special education services, English Language Learner programs, a Dual Language bilingual immersion school, Career and Technical Education, school nutrition, transportation, and health services. It is funded primarily through municipal taxes and state/federal education funding, with supplementary tuition for Pre-K and Chromebook replacement fees.

Product overview

Waltham Public Schools operates a comprehensive educational technology ecosystem serving students, families, and staff across 12 schools in Waltham, Massachusetts. The core technology portfolio centers on the Aspen student information system (family/student portal), ParentSquare communication platform with translation capabilities, and Google Workspace for Education (Classroom, Drive, Gmail). The district provides Chromebooks to all students in grades 1-12 and maintains a centralized Technology Hub for device support and training. Supporting services include transportation (bus routes and MBTA passes), health services, school nutrition, and accessibility tools like Google Read&Write. The district also integrates Clever for single sign-on to educational applications and uses Linewize for web filtering.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• K-12 Public Education Program Free public K-12 education program serving students from kindergarten through grade 12 across 11 schools in Waltham, Massachusetts, with curriculum aligned to Massachusetts state standards.
• Dual Language School Full-day bilingual immersion program at 617 Lexington Street. Kindergarten enrollment determined by lottery; offers a unique bilingual educational option differentiating the district from surrounding schools.
• Integrated Pre-K Program Integrated Pre-K Program operating for more than 30 years, located at Stanley and Northeast Elementary Schools. Part-time tuition-based program for typically-developing peers attending Wednesday-Friday; lottery-based enrollment with application period November 1 - January 15.
• Special Education Services Specialized instruction and support services for approximately 1,000 students with special education needs, ranging in age from 3 to 22 years old in grades Pre-K through post-grade 12. Includes individualized education plans and access to the general education curriculum in the least restrictive environment.
• Transportation Services Student transportation services including school bus routes for eligible students (K-8 living more than 1.5 miles, grades 9-12 living more than 2 miles from school), specialized transportation for special education, MBTA Student Pass program, and late bus service departing WHS 3:30-3:45 PM. Vendors: JSC Transportation Services and Eastern Bus Company.
• Health Services & Nursing Nursing services providing care allowing each student to reach their full educational, physical, and developmental potential through optimal wellness. Includes health forms, policies, protocols, and resources for students and families.
• School Nutrition Program School nutrition services including breakfast and lunch programs, Fresh Fruit & Vegetable Program, wellness policy, and meal payment through MySchoolBucks. Free meals provided for eligible students.
• ELL and Multilingual Programs Office of ELL and Multilingual Programs providing English Language Learner instruction and resources for immigrant families, including translation and interpretation services in Spanish, Haitian Creole, and other languages.
• McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Program District program ensuring educational rights and protections for children and youth experiencing homelessness, including immediate enrollment regardless of documentation, school choice, transportation assistance to school of origin, and meal access.
• Career and Technical Education (CTE) Career and Technical Education program preparing students for college and career pathways through vocational education programs.
• MBTA Student Pass Program Partnership with MBTA providing S-Cards for reduced transit fares (50% off pay-as-you-go) or monthly passes at $30/month for bus, subway, and Express Bus. Available to students ages 12-22.

Quantifiable outcome

• 30+ years of Integrated Pre-K Program operation
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration8 records

AI capability2 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Massachusetts Safe Routes to SchoolcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with Massachusetts Safe Routes to School program across all elementary, middle, and high schools. The SRTS Program aims to increase safe biking and walking for students through education, encouragement, engagement, evaluation, engineering, and equity principles.
• JSC Transportation ServicesminorOthersTransportation vendor providing school bus services for regular and specialized transportation. Contact: (978) 600-5720.
• Eastern Bus CompanyminorOthersTransportation vendor with location at 215 Lexington Street, Waltham. Contact: (781) 790-0878. Provides regular bus and specialized transportation services.
• YMCA of Greater BostoncoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorYMCA offers before and after school care programs at Fitzgerald, MacArthur, Northeast, Stanley, Whittemore Elementary Schools and Dual Language School. Contact: [email protected].
• Champions (Before & After School Program)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorChampions offers before and after school care at Plympton Elementary School. Partners with principals, teachers, and parents for year-round learning environments.
• WATCH CDCcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity Development Corporation providing housing resources and support services for homeless families under McKinney-Vento Act. Waltham Community Resource Guide available through WATCH.
• Waltham Partnership for Youth (WPY)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaborative partnership supporting youth development and family resources within the Waltham community.
• MBTAminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMassachusetts Bay Transportation Authority partnership providing Student Pass Program for reduced-rate transit fares. Students ages 12-22 eligible for discounted monthly passes ($30) or pay-as-you-go (50% discounted).
• Massachusetts Immigrant and Refugee Advocacy (MIRA) CoalitionminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLargest organization in New England promoting rights and integration of immigrants and refugees. Resource for immigrant families in Waltham.
• Catholic Charities (Archdiocese of Boston)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerProvides refugee resettlement, community interpreter services, immigration legal services, and support for new and future citizens.
• Waltham Public LibraryminorOthersLocated at 735 Main Street, Waltham. Offers free computer access for families needing technology for registration. Services for immigrants and newcomers available.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Watertown Public Schools: Immediately neighboring Massachusetts public school district of similar mid-size scale, sharing commuter-belt demographics and the same state funding environment. Highly comparable on school count, enrollment, and program breadth.
• Belmont Public Schools: Nearby suburban Massachusetts public K-12 district of comparable enrollment scale and demographic profile. Direct peer on municipal funding dynamics, transportation operations, and School Committee governance.
• Cambridge Public Schools: Adjacent Greater Boston public school district with a comparable K-12 footprint, multilingual learner population, and edtech-forward approach (1:1 devices, ParentSquare-style communications). Closest functional mirror to Waltham in scale and demographics.
• Brookline Public Schools: Greater Boston suburban public K-12 district operating multiple elementary, middle, and high schools with comparable special education, ELL, and family-engagement programs under a School Committee governance model.
• Lexington Public Schools: Massachusetts suburban public K-12 district with similar size, governance structure, and reliance on municipal/state funding. Comparable on instructional-program breadth and community-partnership model.
• Wellesley Public Schools: Comparable Greater Boston suburban public K-12 district operating multiple schools under School Committee governance with similar scale, parental-engagement expectations, and edtech program maturity.
• Newton Public Schools: Neighboring Greater Boston suburban public school district operating multiple elementary, middle, and high schools under a School Committee structure. Direct peer on district size, demographic profile, and reliance on Massachusetts Chapter 70 funding.
• Arlington Public Schools: Adjacent Greater Boston public school district with similar school count, grade configuration, and reliance on state education aid. Comparable on special-education programming and family-engagement operations.
• Framingham Public Schools: Mid-size Massachusetts public K-12 district with a notably multilingual student population (Spanish, Portuguese, Haitian Creole). Direct peer on ELL programming, dual-language initiatives, and immigrant-family support services.

Broad incumbents

• Boston Public Schools: Largest public school district in Massachusetts, serving K-12 across the City of Boston. Comparable to Waltham as a municipal public K-12 district with similar governance (School Committee), multilingual family needs, transportation operations, and technology-driven family engagement — though at significantly greater scale.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance5 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries12 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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