For the 2025-26 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,172 students in 02062, MA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 02062, MA are Charles J Prescott, F A Cleveland and Cornelius M Callahan. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 02062 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 02062, MA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Massachusetts public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02062, MA Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Charles J Prescott
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
66 Richland Road
Norwood, MA 02062
(781) 762-6497
Norwood, MA 02062
(781) 762-6497
Gr: K-5 | 250 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #22.
F A Cleveland
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
33 George Willett Parkway
Norwood, MA 02062
(781) 762-6522
Norwood, MA 02062
(781) 762-6522
Gr: 1-5 | 317 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #33.
Cornelius M Callahan
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
116 Garfield Avenue
Norwood, MA 02062
(781) 762-0693
Norwood, MA 02062
(781) 762-0693
Gr: 1-5 | 234 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #44.
John P Oldham
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
165 Prospect Street
Norwood, MA 02062
(781) 769-2417
Norwood, MA 02062
(781) 769-2417
Gr: 1-5 | 274 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #55.
Dr. Philip O. Coakley Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1315 Washington Street
Norwood, MA 02062
(781) 762-7880
Norwood, MA 02062
(781) 762-7880
Gr: 6-8 | 791 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #66.
Balch
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1170 Washington Street
Norwood, MA 02062
(781) 762-0694
Norwood, MA 02062
(781) 762-0694
Gr: 1-5 | 306 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 02062, MA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 02062, MA include Charles J Prescott, F A Cleveland and Cornelius M Callahan.
How many public elementary schools are located in 02062?
6 public elementary schools are located in 02062.
What is the racial composition of students in 02062?
02062 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Massachusetts public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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