Best Schools in Walpole, Massachusetts
7 schools · 3 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Walpole by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Elm Street School
Elementary · Walpole. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Walpole High
High · Walpole. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Norfolk County Agricultural
High · Norfolk County Agricultural. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Walpole for 2026 are Elm Street School (8.6/10), Walpole High (8.4/10), and Norfolk County Agricultural (8.1/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 6 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
7
in this city
Avg Score
7.5
out of 10
Median Home
$647,200
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
7
in this city
Avg Score
7.5
out of 10
Median Home
$647,200
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Walpole
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (6 of 7). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Elm Street School | 8.6 / 10 |
| 2 | Walpole High | 8.4 / 10 |
| 3 | Norfolk County Agricultural | 8.1 / 10 |
| 4 | Boyden | 8.0 / 10 |
| 5 | Fisher | 7.3 / 10 |
| 6 | Eleanor N Johnson Middle | 6.7 / 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
- 7.5/10
- Median household income
- $150,233
- Median home value
- $647,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 61%
- Avg commute
- 34 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 82%
71% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Walpole compares
Massachusetts rank
#38 of 238
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+1.2
above Massachusetts avg (6.3)
Median household income
$150k
132% of Massachusetts median
Schools in this city
7
About Schools in Walpole, Massachusetts
Walpole, Massachusetts is home to 7 schools, including 7 public schools. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 7.5 out of 10, schools in Walpole perform strongly 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 Walpole is Elm Street School with a composite score of 8.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Walpole is served by 2 school districts: Norfolk County Agricultural, Walpole. These districts collectively serve 4,219 students.
Walpole's community shows 61% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $150,233. The poverty rate in the area is 3.7%.
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
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 446 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.6 |
| 2 | 405 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.0 |
| 3 | 473 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.3 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 415 students · 6th–8th | 6.7 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 946 students · 9th–12th | 8.4 |
| 2 | 586 students · 9th–12th | 8.1 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 79 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | 5.4 |
Schools in Walpole
Walpole, Massachusetts · 7 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$150,233
Median Home Value
$647,200
Median Rent
$1,980/mo
Population
19,703
College Educated
61%
Homeownership
82%
Avg Commute
34 min
Poverty Rate
3.7%
Community Profile
Walpole has a median household income of $150,233. It is a well-educated community where 61% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $647,200, with a median rent of $1,980/month. The local poverty rate of 3.7% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 34 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Massachusetts
- Elementary
- 3
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 2
- Other
- 1
Resources
School Districts (2)
Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in Massachusetts
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Walpole, Massachusetts
How many schools are in Walpole, Massachusetts?
Walpole has 7 schools, including 7 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Walpole, Massachusetts?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Walpole is 7.5 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 Walpole, Massachusetts?
The top-ranked school in Walpole on MySchoolScout is Elm Street School with a composite score of 8.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in Walpole, Massachusetts?
The top-ranked elementary school in Walpole on MySchoolScout is Elm Street School with a composite score of 8.6/10.
What is the best middle school in Walpole, Massachusetts?
The top-ranked middle school in Walpole on MySchoolScout is Eleanor N Johnson Middle with a composite score of 6.7/10.
What is the best high school in Walpole, Massachusetts?
The top-ranked high school in Walpole on MySchoolScout is Walpole High with a composite score of 8.4/10.
How many school districts serve Walpole, Massachusetts?
Walpole is served by 2 school districts: Norfolk County Agricultural, Walpole.
What is the education level in Walpole, Massachusetts?
According to Census data, 61% of adults in Walpole have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Walpole, Massachusetts?
The median household income in Walpole is approximately $150,233 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Walpole, Massachusetts?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Walpole is 11.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Walpole, 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.