For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,656 students in 02061, MA.
The top ranked public high schools in 02061, MA are Norwell High 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 high schools in zipcode 02061 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Massachusetts public high school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 52% statewide average). High schools in 02061, MA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Massachusetts public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 02061 have a Graduation Rate of 94%, which is more than the Massachusetts average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Norwell High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Massachusetts or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Massachusetts public high school average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02061, MA Public High Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Norwell High School
Magnet School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
18 South Street
Norwell, MA 02061
(781) 659-8810
Norwell, MA 02061
(781) 659-8810
Grades: 9-12
| 602 students
Rank: #22.
South Shore Charter Public School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
100 Longwater Circle
Norwell, MA 02061
(781) 982-4202
Norwell, MA 02061
(781) 982-4202
Grades: K-12
| 1,054 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 02061, MA?
The top ranked public high schools in 02061, MA include Norwell High School and South Shore Charter Public School.
How many public high schools are located in 02061?
2 public high schools are located in 02061.
What is the racial composition of students in 02061?
02061 public high schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Massachusetts public high schools average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
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