For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 611 students in Topsfield, MA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Topsfield, MA are Steward Elementary School and Proctor Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Topsfield, MA public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in Topsfield have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Massachusetts public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Topsfield, MA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Steward Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
261 Perkins Row
Topsfield, MA 01983
(978) 887-1538
Topsfield, MA 01983
(978) 887-1538
Grades: PK-3
| 357 students
Rank: #22.
Proctor Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
60 Main Street
Topsfield, MA 01983
(978) 887-1530
Topsfield, MA 01983
(978) 887-1530
Grades: 4-6
| 254 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Topsfield, MA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Topsfield, MA include Steward Elementary School and Proctor Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Topsfield?
2 public elementary schools are located in Topsfield.
What is the racial composition of students in Topsfield?
Topsfield public elementary schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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