For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,701 students in 01778, MA (there are 4 private schools, serving 245 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 01778, MA are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 01778, MA are Wayland High School, Loker School and Wayland Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 01778 have an average math proficiency score of 78% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 01778, MA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Massachusetts public school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 01778, MA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wayland High School
(Math: 85% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
264 Old Connecticut Path
Wayland, MA 01778
(508) 358-7746
Wayland, MA 01778
(508) 358-7746
Gr: 9-12 | 803 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
Loker School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
47 Loker Street
Wayland, MA 01778
(508) 358-8601
Wayland, MA 01778
(508) 358-8601
Gr: K-5 | 359 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #33.
Wayland Middle School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
201 Main Street
Wayland, MA 01778
(508) 358-3801
Wayland, MA 01778
(508) 358-3801
Gr: 6-8 | 662 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #44.
Happy Hollow School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
63 Pequot Rd
Wayland, MA 01778
(508) 358-8641
Wayland, MA 01778
(508) 358-8641
Gr: K-5 | 330 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #55.
Claypit Hill School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
40 Adams Lane
Wayland, MA 01778
(508) 358-3851
Wayland, MA 01778
(508) 358-3851
Gr: K-5 | 495 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: n/an/a
41 Cochituate Road
Wayland, MA 01778
(508) 358-7072
Wayland, MA 01778
(508) 358-7072
Gr: PK | 52 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 01778, MA?
The top-ranked public schools in 01778, MA include Wayland High School, Loker School and Wayland Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 01778?
6 public schools are located in 01778.
What percentage of students in 01778 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 01778 are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 01778?
01778 public schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Massachusetts public schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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