For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,555 students in 02061, MA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 02061, MA are Norwell Middle School and South Shore Charter Public School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 02061 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Massachusetts public middle school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 02061, MA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Massachusetts public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Massachusetts public middle school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02061, MA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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 | 500 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
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 | 1,055 student Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 02061, MA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 02061, MA include Norwell Middle School and South Shore Charter Public School.
How many public middle schools are located in 02061?
2 public middle schools are located in 02061.
What is the racial composition of students in 02061?
02061 public middle schools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Massachusetts public middle schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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