For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,875 students in 02081, MA (there are 3 private schools, serving 606 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in 02081, MA are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 02081, MA are Walpole High School, Fisher and Elm Street School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 02081 have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 02081, MA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Massachusetts public school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02081, MA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Walpole High School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
275 Common Street
Walpole, MA 02081
(508) 660-7257
Walpole, MA 02081
(508) 660-7257
Gr: 9-12 | 917 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #22.
Fisher
(Math: 71% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
65 Gould Street
Walpole, MA 02081
(508) 660-7234
Walpole, MA 02081
(508) 660-7234
Gr: K-5 | 463 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #33.
Elm Street School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
415 Elm Street
Walpole, MA 02081
(508) 660-7374
Walpole, MA 02081
(508) 660-7374
Gr: K-5 | 438 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #44.
Norfolk County Agricultural
Vocational School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
400 Main Street
Walpole, MA 02081
(508) 668-0268
Walpole, MA 02081
(508) 668-0268
Gr: 9-12 | 597 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #55.
Boyden
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1852 Washington Street
Walpole, MA 02081
(508) 660-7216
Walpole, MA 02081
(508) 660-7216
Gr: K-5 | 395 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: n/an/a
415 Elm Street
Walpole, MA 02081
(508) 660-7374
Walpole, MA 02081
(508) 660-7374
Gr: PK | 65 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 02081, MA?
The top-ranked public schools in 02081, MA include Walpole High School, Fisher and Elm Street School.
How many public schools are located in 02081?
6 public schools are located in 02081.
What percentage of students in 02081 go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in 02081 are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 02081?
02081 public schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Massachusetts public schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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