For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,930 students in 02492, MA (there are 5 private schools, serving 1,461 private students). 67% of all K-12 students in 02492, MA are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 02492, MA are Pollard Middle School, High Rock School and Broadmeadow. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 02492 have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 02492, MA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Massachusetts public school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02492, MA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pollard Middle School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
200 Harris Avenue
Needham, MA 02492
(781) 455-0480
Needham, MA 02492
(781) 455-0480
Gr: 7-8 | 867 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #22.
High Rock School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
77 Ferndale Road
Needham, MA 02492
(781) 455-0400
Needham, MA 02492
(781) 455-0400
Gr: 6 | 441 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #33.
Broadmeadow
(Math: 70% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
120 Broadmeadow Rd
Needham, MA 02492
(781) 455-0448
Needham, MA 02492
(781) 455-0448
Gr: K-5 | 502 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #44.
William Mitchell
(Math: 69% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
187 Brookline Street
Needham, MA 02492
(781) 455-0466
Needham, MA 02492
(781) 455-0466
Gr: K-5 | 424 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #55.
Newman Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1155 Central Avenue
Needham, MA 02492
(781) 455-0416
Needham, MA 02492
(781) 455-0416
Gr: PK-5 | 696 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 02492, MA?
The top-ranked public schools in 02492, MA include Pollard Middle School, High Rock School and Broadmeadow.
How many public schools are located in 02492?
5 public schools are located in 02492.
What percentage of students in 02492 go to public school?
67% of all K-12 students in 02492 are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 02492?
02492 public schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Massachusetts public schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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