Best Schools in Norwood, Massachusetts
10 schools · 7 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High · 1 Other
Choosing a school in Norwood?
Use this page to compare every school in Norwood by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Norwood Montessori School
Other. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
F a Cleveland
Elementary · Norwood. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Norwood High
High · Norwood. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Norwood for 2026 are Norwood Montessori School (7.2/10), F a Cleveland (6.8/10), and Norwood High (6.4/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 9 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
10
8 public · 2 private
Avg Score
5.6
out of 10
Median Home
$613,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
10
8 public · 2 private
Avg Score
5.6
out of 10
Median Home
$613,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Norwood
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (9 of 10). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Norwood Montessori School | 7.2 / 10 |
| 2 | F a Cleveland | 6.8 / 10 |
| 3 | Norwood High | 6.4 / 10 |
| 4 | St Catherine of Siena School | 6.3 / 10 |
| 5 | Dr. Philip O. Coakley Middle School | 5.8 / 10 |
| 6 | Cornelius M Callahan | 5.7 / 10 |
| 7 | John P Oldham | 4.2 / 10 |
| 8 | Charles J Prescott | 3.8 / 10 |
| 9 | Balch | 3.7 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.6/10
- Median household income
- $97,110
- Median home value
- $613,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 53%
- Avg commute
- 31 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 52%
10% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Norwood compares
Massachusetts rank
#169 of 238
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.7
below Massachusetts avg (6.3)
Median household income
$97k
85% of Massachusetts median
Schools in this city
10
About Schools in Norwood, Massachusetts
Norwood, Massachusetts is home to 10 schools, including 8 public schools and 2 private schools. The city's schools span 7 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.6 out of 10, schools in Norwood show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Norwood is Norwood Montessori School with a composite score of 7.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Norwood is served by 1 school district: Norwood. These districts collectively serve 3,545 students.
Norwood's community shows 53% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $97,110. The poverty rate in the area is 8.2%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
7 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 317 students · 1st–5th | 6.8 | ||
| 2 | 422 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | 6.1 | ||
| 3 | 234 students · 1st–5th | 5.7 | ||
| 4 | 274 students · 1st–5th | 4.2 | ||
| 5 | 250 students · Kindergarten–5th | 3.8 | ||
| 6 | 306 students · 1st–5th | 3.7 | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | St Catherine of Siena School
Private
286 students · Pre-K–8th | 6.3 | ||
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 791 students · 6th–8th | 5.8 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 951 students · 9th–12th | 6.4 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Norwood Montessori School
Private
32 students · Pre-K–10th | 7.2 |
Schools in Norwood
Norwood, Massachusetts · 10 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$97,110
Median Home Value
$613,500
Median Rent
$2,056/mo
Population
31,380
College Educated
53%
Homeownership
52%
Avg Commute
31 min
Poverty Rate
8.2%
Community Profile
Norwood has a median household income of $97,110. It is a well-educated community where 53% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $613,500, with a median rent of $2,056/month. The local poverty rate of 8.2% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 31 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Massachusetts
- Elementary
- 7
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
- Other
- 1
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in Massachusetts
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Norwood, Massachusetts
How many schools are in Norwood, Massachusetts?
Norwood has 10 schools, including 8 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Norwood, Massachusetts?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Norwood is 5.6 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Norwood, Massachusetts?
The top-ranked school in Norwood on MySchoolScout is Norwood Montessori School with a composite score of 7.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Norwood, Massachusetts?
The top-ranked elementary school in Norwood on MySchoolScout is F a Cleveland with a composite score of 6.8/10.
What is the best middle school in Norwood, Massachusetts?
The top-ranked middle school in Norwood on MySchoolScout is Dr. Philip O. Coakley Middle School with a composite score of 5.8/10.
What is the best high school in Norwood, Massachusetts?
The top-ranked high school in Norwood on MySchoolScout is Norwood High with a composite score of 6.4/10.
How many school districts serve Norwood, Massachusetts?
Norwood is served by 1 school district: Norwood.
What is the education level in Norwood, Massachusetts?
According to Census data, 53% of adults in Norwood have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Norwood, Massachusetts?
The median household income in Norwood is approximately $97,110 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Norwood, Massachusetts?
Yes, Norwood has 2 private schools alongside 8 public schools. The top-rated private school is Norwood Montessori School with a score of 7.2/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Norwood, Massachusetts?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Norwood is 9.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Norwood, Massachusetts?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Mass. Dept. of Elementary & Secondary Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.