For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,476 students in 02072, MA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 02072, MA are Richard L. Wilkins Elementary School, South Elementary School and Joseph H Gibbons. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 02072 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 02072, MA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Massachusetts public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02072, MA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Richard L. Wilkins Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1322 Central Street
Stoughton, MA 02072
(781) 344-7005
Stoughton, MA 02072
(781) 344-7005
Gr: PK-5 | 333 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #22.
South Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
171 Ash Street
Stoughton, MA 02072
(781) 344-7004
Stoughton, MA 02072
(781) 344-7004
Gr: K-5 | 293 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #33.
Joseph H Gibbons
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
235 Morton Street
Stoughton, MA 02072
(781) 344-7008
Stoughton, MA 02072
(781) 344-7008
Gr: K-5 | 376 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #44.
Helen Hansen Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1800 Central Street
Stoughton, MA 02072
(781) 344-7006
Stoughton, MA 02072
(781) 344-7006
Gr: K-5 | 252 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #55.
Joseph R Dawe Jr Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
131 Pine Street
Stoughton, MA 02072
(781) 344-7007
Stoughton, MA 02072
(781) 344-7007
Gr: K-5 | 389 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #66.
O'donnell Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
211 Cushing Street
Stoughton, MA 02072
(781) 344-7002
Stoughton, MA 02072
(781) 344-7002
Gr: 6-8 | 833 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 02072, MA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 02072, MA include Richard L. Wilkins Elementary School, South Elementary School and Joseph H Gibbons.
How many public elementary schools are located in 02072?
6 public elementary schools are located in 02072.
What is the racial composition of students in 02072?
02072 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Massachusetts public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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