Best Schools in West Bridgewater, Massachusetts
4 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in West Bridgewater by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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West Bridgewater Junior/senior
High · West Bridgewater. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Howard School
Middle · West Bridgewater. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Rose L Macdonald
Elementary · West Bridgewater. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in West Bridgewater for 2026 are West Bridgewater Junior/senior (6.4/10), Howard School (5.4/10), and Rose L Macdonald (4.0/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 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
4
in this city
Avg Score
5.0
out of 10
Median Home
$501,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
5.0
out of 10
Median Home
$501,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in West Bridgewater
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | West Bridgewater Junior/senior | 6.4 / 10 |
| 2 | Howard School | 5.4 / 10 |
| 3 | Rose L Macdonald | 4.0 / 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
- 5.0/10
- Median household income
- $124,483
- Median home value
- $501,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 43%
- Avg commute
- 28 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 84%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How West Bridgewater compares
Massachusetts rank
#214 of 238
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-1.3
below Massachusetts avg (6.3)
Median household income
$124k
110% of Massachusetts median
Schools in this city
4
About Schools in West Bridgewater, Massachusetts
West Bridgewater, Massachusetts is home to 4 schools, including 4 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.0 out of 10, schools in West Bridgewater 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 West Bridgewater is West Bridgewater Junior/senior with a composite score of 6.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
West Bridgewater is served by 1 school district: West Bridgewater. These districts collectively serve 1,402 students.
West Bridgewater's community shows 43% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $124,483. The poverty rate in the area is 4.6%.
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
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 148 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | 4.3 |
| 2 | 326 students · 1st–3rd | 4.0 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 309 students · 4th–6th | 5.4 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 619 students · 7th–12th | 6.4 |
Schools in West Bridgewater
West Bridgewater, Massachusetts · 4 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$124,483
Median Home Value
$501,000
Median Rent
$2,011/mo
Population
7,682
College Educated
43%
Homeownership
84%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
4.6%
Community Profile
West Bridgewater has a median household income of $124,483. It is a well-educated community where 43% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $501,000, with a median rent of $2,011/month. The local poverty rate of 4.6% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Massachusetts
- Elementary
- 2
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in West Bridgewater, Massachusetts
How many schools are in West Bridgewater, Massachusetts?
West Bridgewater has 4 schools, including 4 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in West Bridgewater, Massachusetts?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in West Bridgewater is 5.0 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 West Bridgewater, Massachusetts?
The top-ranked school in West Bridgewater on MySchoolScout is West Bridgewater Junior/senior with a composite score of 6.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in West Bridgewater, Massachusetts?
The top-ranked elementary school in West Bridgewater on MySchoolScout is Rose L Macdonald with a composite score of 4.0/10.
What is the best middle school in West Bridgewater, Massachusetts?
The top-ranked middle school in West Bridgewater on MySchoolScout is Howard School with a composite score of 5.4/10.
What is the best high school in West Bridgewater, Massachusetts?
The top-ranked high school in West Bridgewater on MySchoolScout is West Bridgewater Junior/senior with a composite score of 6.4/10.
How many school districts serve West Bridgewater, Massachusetts?
West Bridgewater is served by 1 school district: West Bridgewater.
What is the education level in West Bridgewater, Massachusetts?
According to Census data, 43% of adults in West Bridgewater have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in West Bridgewater, Massachusetts?
The median household income in West Bridgewater is approximately $124,483 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in West Bridgewater, Massachusetts?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in West Bridgewater is 14.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in West Bridgewater, 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.