Best 02061 Massachusetts Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,651 students in 02061, MA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 02061, MA are Norwell High School and South Shore Charter Public School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 02061 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Massachusetts public high school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 52% statewide average). High schools in 02061, MA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Massachusetts public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 02061 have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the Massachusetts average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Norwell High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Massachusetts or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Massachusetts public high school average of 48% (majority Hispanic).

Best 02061, MA Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Norwell High School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
18 South Street
Norwell, MA 02061
(781) 659-8810
Gr: 9-12 | 596 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
South Shore Charter Public School
Charter School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
100 Longwater Circle
Norwell, MA 02061
(781) 982-4202
Gr: K-12 | 1,055 student Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 62%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 02061, MA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 02061, MA include Norwell High School and South Shore Charter Public School.
How many public high schools are located in 02061?
2 public high schools are located in 02061.
What is the racial composition of students in 02061?
02061 public high schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Massachusetts public high schools average of 48% (majority Hispanic).

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