Belmont,Winchester& Lexington NeighborhoodGuide
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Belmont
Only eight miles from downtown Boston, Belmont offers residents great schools, excellent shopping opportunities, and wonderful local haunts It was once known as the ?town of homes? because it is primarily a residential community located in close proximity to the region?s economic centers.The town is also revered for its beautiful parks consisting of open fields, woods, waterfalls, walking paths, and even a sculpture park
FOOD & DRINK
Il Casale Belmont
This upscale yet casual choice in a converted brick firehouse specializes in classic Italian meals.
My Ot her Kit chen
Petite,down-to-earth restaurant serving Mediterranean-inspired American food from morning to night.
The Wellingt on Seasonal eclectic American cuisine.Everyday food that speaks to the mind,body,and soul.
COFFEE SHOPS & CAFÉS
Bellmont Caffe
Established in 2014,Bellmont Caffe is the prime breakfast location in Belmont Center.
Ovenbird Cafe
Window-filled cafe & bakery with an assortment of baked goods,classic lunch fare & weekend brunch.
The Vint age Tea and Cafe Company
Showroom offering catering services for English-style tea,plus a cafe for take-out scones & coffee
LOCAL SHOPS
Belmont Books
Belmont Books is an honest-to-goodness real mom-and-pop brick-and-mortar bookstore in beautiful Belmont,MA
West cot t Mercant ile
Upscale,old-style general store boutique with new and vintage gifts,home decor,furnishings,and local delivery gift baskets
Revolve Bout iques
Revolve is the largest,independent,locally-owned consignment network in New England
BELMONT
Education
PRESCH OOLS
The Kendall School
- Students: 75
- Student-teacher Ratio: 38:1
Belmont Nursery School
Plymouth Nursery School
EL EM EN TA RY SCH OOLS
Mary Lee Burbank School
- Overall Niche Grade: A+
- Students: 374
- Student-teacher Ratio: 15:1
- #18 in Best Public Elementary Schools in MA
Daniel Butler School
- Overall Niche Grade: A+
- Students: 333
- Student-teacher Ratio: 14:1
- #19 in Best Public Elementary Schools in MA
Roger E Wellington School
- Overall Niche Grade: A+
- Students: 562
- Student-teacher Ratio: 13:1
- #27 in Best Public Elementary Schools in MA
Winn Brook School
- Overall Niche Grade: A
- Students: 431
- Student-teacher Ratio: 16:1
- #50 in Best Public Elementary Schools in MA
Belmont Day School
- Overall Niche Grade: A
- Students: 336
- Student-teacher Ratio: 8:1
M I DDL E SCH OOLS
Winthrop L Chenery Middle School
- Overall Niche Grade: A+
- Students: 1,410
- Student-teacher Ratio: 17:1
- #17 in Best Public Middle Schools in MA
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H I GH SCH OOLS
Belmont High School
- Overall Niche Grade: A+
- Students: 1,309
- Student-teacher Ratio: 17:1
- #7 in Best Public High Schools in MA
BELMONT
Parks/Recreation
Town Field- Waverly Street
Pequossette Park
Winn Brook Fields
Grove Street Park
Payson Park
Chenery Middle School Field
Underwood Park
Joey?s Park
Beaver Brook
Rock Meadow Conservation Area
Lone Tree Hill
Transportation
The 75 bus - Belmont Center - Harvard via Huron Avenue
Commuter Rail Fitchburg Line to Belmont Center
Winchester is a quintessential New England village surrounded by premiere outdoor recreational, shopping, dining, and cultural opportunities This offers residents a dense suburban feel while only eight miles north of Boston. A rich histroy, great restaurants, and a packed community events calendar draw many to the town
FOOD & DRINK
Lucia Ristorants
Neighborhood fixture for family-style Italian fare serves classic dishes amid old-country decor
Black Horse Tavern
Popular pub creates an inviting atmosphere with booth seating,a central fireplace & a diverse menu
Andrea's Pizza Winchester
Counter-service joint turning out Greek-style pizzas,plus salads,gyros & subs
THINGS TO DO
Griffin Museum-Photography
Nonprofit organization dedicated solely to the art of photography Through exhibitions,programs,and lectures,they strive to encourage a broader understanding and appreciation of the visual,emotional, and social impact of photographic art.
Wright-Locke Farm
Historic farm grows and sells produce and offers educational programs for children and adults on land now owned by the Wright-Locke Land Trust
Winter Pond
Local pond is great for fishing,canoeing,and ice-skating in the winter
LOCAL SHOPS
The Hive
The Hive is about creating a gathering place for women of all ages to come together,connect with friends,and enjoy fun,vibrant fashion
Book Ends
Charming bookshop features a range of bestselling titles for all ages,plus frequent author events
Home
A cozy shop filled with goods for living & giving
WINCHESTER
Education
PRESCH OOLS
Preschool Social Academy
Creative Corner School
Winchester Co-Op Nursery
Children's Old School
Little Planet Preschool
Kid Connection
The Creative Kids Studio
EL EM EN TA RY SCH OOLS
Vinson-Owen Elementary School
- Overall Niche Rating: A+
- Students: 411
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- MA State Ranking: 7
Ambrose Elementary School
- Overall Niche Rating: A+
- Students: 345
- Student-teacher Ratio: 11:1
- MA State Ranking: 22
Lincoln Elementary School
- Overall Niche Rating: A+
- Students: 347
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- MA State Ranking: 41
Muraco Elementary School
- Overall Niche Rating: A+
- Students: 345
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- MA State Ranking: 41
Lynch Elementary School
- Overall Niche Grade: A+
- Students: 506
- Student-teacher Ratio: 12:1
- MA State Ranking: 42
M I DDL E SCH OOLS
MaCall Middle School
- Overall Niche Rating: A+
- Students: 1,059
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- MA State Ranking: 7
H I GH SCH OOLS
Winchester High School - Overall Niche Rating: A+
- Students: 1,349
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- MA State Ranking: 23
WINCHESTER
Parks/Recreation
McDonald Field Ginn Field
Well Park
Vinson-Owen Science Park
Mt Pisgah
Winchester Community Park
Town Common
Glen Green
Sandy's Island Loop Trail
Brooks Parkhurst Town Forest
Tri Community Greenway
Shannon Beach Playground
Winchester Skate Park
Mystic Lakes State Park
COM M UT ER RA I L
Lowell Line Transportation
Lexington
Lexington fosters a balance between its historic roots and contemporary amenities, with bustling town centers offering diverse dining options, boutique shops, and cultural events Education is highly valued, reflected in the top-notch schools that draw families to this picturesque town. Lexington embodies a serene yet vibrant lifestyle,where tradition meets innovation amid a welcoming community
FOOD & DRINK
Mario's It alian Rest aurant
Longtime fixture with a casual atmosphere,serving red-sauce classics,pizzas & subs.
Love at First Bit e
A world-class restaurant serving Thai food.
Via Lago
Roomy white-tablecloth staple offers diverse bistro fare & a counter-serve deli in a warm interior.
HISTORICAL SIGHTINGS
Lexingt on Bat t le Green
Also known as Lexington Common,this historic town common of Lexington was the site where the opening shots of the Battle of Lexington and Concord were fired on April 19,1775,starting the American Revolutionary War.
Buckman Tavern
Operated as a museum,Buckman Tavern is a historic American Revolutionary War site and was the headquarters of the Minutemen
Hancock-Clark House
A Historic House,and now a National Historic Landmark,built in 1738,the house is notable as the only surviving house associated with the statesman and Founding Father John Hancock
COFFEE SHOPS & CAFÉS
Willard?s Woods
A 100-acre conservation area was first founded as a large orchard that has since expanded and become a popular recreational area.
Gallery Twist
A unique setting in a beautiful historic house,together with the distinctive way they display art,makes this a gallery with a twist
Wagon Wheel
Farmer's market,deli & garden center with plants,mulch,sod,outdoor decor & more
LEXINGTON
Education
PRESCH OOLS
The Goddard School of Lexington
- Students: 11
First Circle Learning Center - Lexington
Lexington Children's Place
- Students: 67
Lexington Playcare Center
My Weekday School, Inc
Children?s Center of Lexington
The Sunshine Montessori School in Lexington, MA
Lexington Knowledge Beginnings
The LEAP School Lexington Child Care
Community Nursery School
Bright Horizons at Lexington Hancock Nursery School, Inc
Waverley Square Daycare
The Waldorf School
Swann Nest Family Daycare
Billy Dalwin Preschool of Temple
Emunah
Pilgrim Nursery School
Sol Solecito Daycare
Lexington Montessori School
- Overall Niche Grade: A+
- Students: 215
- Student-teacher Ratio: 6:1
EL EM EN TA RY SCH OOLS
Bowman Elementary School
- Overall Niche Grade: A+
- Students: 430
- Student-teacher Ratio: 10:1
- MA State Ranking: #4
Maria Hastings Elementary School
- Overall Niche Grade: A+
- Students: 623
- Student-teacher Ratio: 12:1
- MA State Ranking: #5
Bridge Elementary School
- Overall Niche Grade: A+
- Students: 360
- Student-teacher Ratio: 10:1
- MA State Ranking: #33
Fiske Elementary School
- Overall Niche Grade: A
- Students: 342
- Student-teacher Ratio: #38
Harrington Elementary School
- Overall Niche Grade: A
- Students: 423
- Student-teacher Ratio: 11:1
- MA State Ranking: #73
M I DDL E SCH OOLS
William Diamond Middle School
- Overall Niche Grade: A+
- Students: 919
- Student-teacher Ratio: 10:1
- MA State Ranking: #5
Gibbs School
- Overall Niche Grade: A+
- Students: 452
- Student-teacher Ratio: 12:1
- MA State Ranking: #17
Jonas Clarke Middle School
- Overall Niche Grade: A+
- Students: 829
- Student-teacher Ratio: 10:1
- MA State Ranking: 12
H I GH SCH OOLS
Lexington High School
- Overall Niche Grade: A+
- Students: 2,273
- Student-teacher Ratio: 12:1
- MA State Ranking: #2
Minuteman Regional High School
- Overall Niche Grade: B
- Students: 655
- Student-teacher Ratio: 9:1
LEXINGTON
Parks/Recreation
Lincoln Park
Rindge Park
Hastings Park Tower Park
Garfield Park
Emery Park
Bowman Park
Sutherland Woods
Poplar Street Play Area
Antony Park
Willard?s Woods
Parker Meadow Conservation Area
Belfry Hill Park
Fletcher Park
Chelsea Meadow
Whipple Hill
Idylwilde
Brown Homestead
The Old Reservoir
Granite Forest
Katahdin Woods
Arlington?s Great Meadows
Dunback Meadow
Center Recreation Complex
Lexington Community Gardens
Juniper Hill
Meagherville Conservation Area
Diasy Wilson Meadow
Graverson Playground
Hayden Woods Conservation Area
Lexington Purple Meadow
The Center Playground
Shade Street Trail
Lexington Office Park
Upper Vine Brook
Lexington Statepark
Lexington Battle Green
Transportation
B US ROUT E
Route 62/ 76: Alewife Station via Hanscom Airport
