For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,346 students in 02766, MA (there are 2 private schools, serving 33 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 02766, MA are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 02766, MA are Norton High School, J C Solmonese and L G Nourse Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 02766 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 02766, MA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02766, MA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Norton High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
66 West Main Street
Norton, MA 02766
(508) 285-0160
Norton, MA 02766
(508) 285-0160
Gr: 9-12 | 685 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #22.
J C Solmonese
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
315 West Main Street
Norton, MA 02766
(508) 285-0120
Norton, MA 02766
(508) 285-0120
Gr: PK-3 | 491 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #33.
L G Nourse Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
38 Plain Street
Norton, MA 02766
(508) 285-0110
Norton, MA 02766
(508) 285-0110
Gr: K-3 | 272 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #44.
Norton Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
215 West Main Street
Norton, MA 02766
(508) 285-0140
Norton, MA 02766
(508) 285-0140
Gr: 6-8 | 527 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #55.
Henri A. Yelle
(Math: 38% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
64 West Main Street
Norton, MA 02766
(508) 285-0190
Norton, MA 02766
(508) 285-0190
Gr: 4-5 | 371 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 02766, MA?
The top-ranked public schools in 02766, MA include Norton High School, J C Solmonese and L G Nourse Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 02766?
5 public schools are located in 02766.
What percentage of students in 02766 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 02766 are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 02766?
02766 public schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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