For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,762 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 43%), 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 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Massachusetts public school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Norfolk, MA (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Freeman-kennedy School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
70 Boardman Street
Norfolk, MA 02056
(508) 528-1266
Norfolk, MA 02056
(508) 528-1266
Gr: 3-6 | 579 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
King Philip Middle School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
18 King Street
Norfolk, MA 02056
(508) 541-7324
Norfolk, MA 02056
(508) 541-7324
Gr: 7-8 | 706 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: n/an/a
232 Main Street
Norfolk, MA 02056
(508) 541-5475
Norfolk, MA 02056
(508) 541-5475
Gr: PK-2 | 477 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
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 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Massachusetts public schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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