For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,296 students in Walpole, MA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Walpole, MA are Fisher, Elm Street School and Boyden. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Walpole, MA public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in Walpole have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Massachusetts public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Walpole, MA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fisher
(Math: 71% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
65 Gould Street
Walpole, MA 02081
(508) 660-7234
Walpole, MA 02081
(508) 660-7234
Gr: K-5 | 463 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
Elm Street School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
415 Elm Street
Walpole, MA 02081
(508) 660-7374
Walpole, MA 02081
(508) 660-7374
Gr: K-5 | 438 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #33.
Boyden
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1852 Washington Street
Walpole, MA 02081
(508) 660-7216
Walpole, MA 02081
(508) 660-7216
Gr: K-5 | 395 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Walpole, MA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Walpole, MA include Fisher, Elm Street School and Boyden.
How many public elementary schools are located in Walpole?
3 public elementary schools are located in Walpole.
What is the racial composition of students in Walpole?
Walpole public elementary schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Massachusetts public elementary schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Walpole are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Walpole include: Elm Street School vs. Fisher, Fisher vs. Elm Street School
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