For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 3,251 students in 02061, MA (there are 3 private schools, serving 149 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 02061, MA are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 02061, MA are Norwell High School, Norwell Middle School and Grace Farrar Cole. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 02061 have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 02061, MA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Massachusetts public school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02061, MA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Norwell High School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
18 South Street
Norwell, MA 02061
(781) 659-8810
Norwell, MA 02061
(781) 659-8810
Gr: 9-12 | 601 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Norwell Middle School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
328 Main Street
Norwell, MA 02061
(781) 659-8814
Norwell, MA 02061
(781) 659-8814
Gr: 6-8 | 509 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #33.
Grace Farrar Cole
(Math: 67% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
81 High Street
Norwell, MA 02061
(781) 659-8823
Norwell, MA 02061
(781) 659-8823
Gr: PK-5 | 528 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #44.
William G Vinal
(Math: 61% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
102 Old Oaken Bucket Road
Norwell, MA 02061
(781) 659-8820
Norwell, MA 02061
(781) 659-8820
Gr: PK-5 | 556 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #55.
South Shore Charter Public School
Charter School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
100 Longwater Circle
Norwell, MA 02061
(781) 982-4202
Norwell, MA 02061
(781) 982-4202
Gr: K-12 | 1,057 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 02061, MA?
The top-ranked public schools in 02061, MA include Norwell High School, Norwell Middle School and Grace Farrar Cole.
How many public schools are located in 02061?
5 public schools are located in 02061.
What percentage of students in 02061 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 02061 are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 02061?
02061 public schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Massachusetts public schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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