For the 2026-27 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,338 students in 02180, MA (there are 4 private schools, serving 657 private students). 78% of all K-12 students in 02180, MA are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 02180, MA are South, Stoneham High School and Colonial Park. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 02180 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 02180, MA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02180, MA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
South
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
11 Summer Street
Stoneham, MA 02180
(781) 279-3880
Stoneham, MA 02180
(781) 279-3880
Gr: K-4 | 347 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Stoneham High School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
149 Franklin Street
Stoneham, MA 02180
(781) 279-3810
Stoneham, MA 02180
(781) 279-3810
Gr: 9-12 | 599 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #33.
Colonial Park
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
30 Avalon Road
Stoneham, MA 02180
(781) 279-3890
Stoneham, MA 02180
(781) 279-3890
Gr: K-4 | 229 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #44.
Robin Hood
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
70 Oak Street
Stoneham, MA 02180
(781) 279-3870
Stoneham, MA 02180
(781) 279-3870
Gr: K-4 | 380 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #55.
Stoneham Central Middle School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
101 Central Street
Stoneham, MA 02180
(781) 279-3840
Stoneham, MA 02180
(781) 279-3840
Gr: 5-8 | 689 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: n/an/a
149 Franklin Street
Stoneham, MA 02180
(781) 279-3810
Stoneham, MA 02180
(781) 279-3810
Gr: PK | 94 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
02180, Massachusetts Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
36 Pomeworth Street
Stoneham, MA 02180
(781) 279-3860
Stoneham, MA 02180
(781) 279-3860
Gr: K-5 | 309 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 02180, MA?
How many public schools are located in 02180?
6 public schools are located in 02180.
What percentage of students in 02180 go to public school?
78% of all K-12 students in 02180 are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 02180?
02180 public schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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