For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,745 students in 01778, MA (there are 4 private schools, serving 245 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 01778, MA are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 01778, MA are Wayland High School, Loker School and Happy Hollow School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 01778 have an average math proficiency score of 76% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 01778, MA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Massachusetts public school average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Best 01778, MA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Wayland High School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
264 Old Connecticut Path
Wayland, MA 01778
(508) 358-7746
Wayland, MA 01778
(508) 358-7746
Grades: 9-12
| 820 students
Rank: #22.
Loker School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
47 Loker Street
Wayland, MA 01778
(508) 358-8601
Wayland, MA 01778
(508) 358-8601
Grades: K-5
| 377 students
Rank: #33.
Happy Hollow School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
63 Pequot Rd
Wayland, MA 01778
(508) 358-8641
Wayland, MA 01778
(508) 358-8641
Grades: K-5
| 345 students
Rank: #44.
Wayland Middle School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
201 Main Street
Wayland, MA 01778
(508) 358-3801
Wayland, MA 01778
(508) 358-3801
Grades: 6-8
| 667 students
Rank: #55.
Claypit Hill School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
40 Adams Lane
Wayland, MA 01778
(508) 358-3851
Wayland, MA 01778
(508) 358-3851
Grades: K-5
| 489 students
Rank: n/an/a
41 Cochituate Road
Wayland, MA 01778
(508) 358-7072
Wayland, MA 01778
(508) 358-7072
Grades: PK
| 47 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 01778, MA?
The top ranked public schools in 01778, MA include Wayland High School, Loker School and Happy Hollow School.
How many public schools are located in 01778?
6 public schools are located in 01778.
What percentage of students in 01778 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 01778 are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 01778?
01778 public schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Massachusetts public schools average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
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