For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,686 students in Norfolk, MA.
The top ranked public schools in Norfolk, MA are Freeman-kennedy School and King Philip Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Norfolk, MA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Norfolk have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public school average of 46% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Norfolk, MA (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Freeman-kennedy School
Magnet School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
70 Boardman Street
Norfolk, MA 02056
(508) 528-1266
Norfolk, MA 02056
(508) 528-1266
Grades: 3-6
| 527 students
Rank: #22.
King Philip Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
18 King Street
Norfolk, MA 02056
(508) 541-7324
Norfolk, MA 02056
(508) 541-7324
Grades: 7-8
| 670 students
Rank: n/an/a
H Olive Day
Magnet School
232 Main Street
Norfolk, MA 02056
(508) 541-5475
Norfolk, MA 02056
(508) 541-5475
Grades: PK-2
| 489 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Norfolk, MA?
The top ranked public schools in Norfolk, MA include Freeman-kennedy School and King Philip Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Norfolk?
3 public schools are located in Norfolk.
What is the racial composition of students in Norfolk?
Norfolk public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public schools average of 46% (majority Hispanic).
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